Spandex
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Spandex, Lycra, or elastane is a synthetic fiber known for its exceptional elasticity. It is a polyether-polyurethane copolymer that was invented in 1958 by chemist Joseph Shivers at DuPont.
Elastic material used in the fabrics of a summer cycling attire comprising a jersey, bib shorts and gloves
Colourless spandex yarn
Black dyed spandex yarn
A United States Air Force Academy hurdler in a uniform
Skin-tight garment
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A skin-tight garment is a garment that is held to the skin usually by elastic tension using some type of stretch fabric. Commercial stretch fabrics such as spandex or elastane came onto the market in
Spandex
…The elasticity and strength (stretching up to five times its length) of spandex has been incorporated into a wide range of garments, especially in skin-tight garments. A benefit of spandex is its significant strength and elasticity and its ability to return to the original shape after stretching and faster drying…
Various swimmers' garments