English Explanatory Dictionary

Lycra

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of synthetic elastic fabric and fibre (spandex) used for tight-fitting garments, such as swimming costumes.
  2. Clothing made from such materials, especially with reference to cycling shorts.
  3. A tight-fitting garment made of Lycra.
noun
  1. Alternative form of Lycra.

Pronunciation

[ˈlaɪkɹə]

Word forms

Lycra Lycras

Etymology

Marketing coinage.

Derived words

Lycra lout
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