Rubberlike (Adjective)
Meaning
Having an elastic texture resembling rubber in flexibility or toughness.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new synthetic material had a rubberlike texture that made it perfect for use in flexible joints.
- The skin of the octopus was surprisingly rubberlike, allowing it to stretch and change shape with ease.
- The company developed a rubberlike coating that could be applied to metal surfaces to make them more resistant to impact.
- The rubberlike properties of the new polymer made it an ideal material for use in medical implants.
- The gecko's feet had a rubberlike texture that allowed them to grip and climb smooth surfaces with ease.