English

Noun
en-noun|sg=elastic band

1. A small, narrow loop of rubber or similar material used to hold items together.

Synonyms
binder
elastic
gum band<!--AHD-->
lacquer band (Australia)
rubber band

Translations
trans-top|loop of rubber or similar material
French: bande élastique f
trans-mid
Italian: elastico m
Swedish: gummiband n
trans-bottom

Dictionary notes
Collins Word Exchange directs the reader to rubber band.
Merriam-Webster Online has no entry.
MSN Encarta Dictionary directs the reader to rubber band.

Category:Dictionary notes

fr:elastic band
ru:elastic band

• 2007-07-02 01:15 - AutoFormat - -{{top}} +{{trans-top|loop of rubber or similar material}}

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