ENGLISH
REFERENCE

stretchy

adj.
B1 Intermediate UK //stɹˈɛtʃi// stretchy

adj. able to be pulled or stretched without breaking. You use this to describe clothes like leggings or materials like rubber.

adj. capable of being extended or pulled without breaking or tearing. Often used to describe fabrics or physical flexibility.


SIMPLE

These leggings are very stretchy and comfortable.

CONTEXTUAL

The athlete wore stretchy clothing to allow for a full range of motion during the race.

COMPLEX

Modern athletic wear is often made from synthetic fibers that are highly stretchy, providing both comfort and the necessary support for intense physical activity.

Synonyms
Origin

From stretch + -y.

© 2026 English Reference