tøyelig

Tøyelig is a Norwegian adjective meaning capable of being stretched. It describes materials that can undergo tensile deformation and return toward their original shape, i.e., elastic or stretchable. The word is also used figuratively to denote flexibility or adaptability in people, plans, or organizations.

Etymology: The term derives from the verb tøye, “to stretch,” combined with the suffix -lig to form an adjective. The related noun tøyelighet denotes elasticity or flexibility.

Usage: In science and engineering, tøyelighet describes a material's ability to be stretched under load. In textiles, “tøyelig stoff” refers to fabrics that can be stretched without breaking. In everyday language, “tøyelig” can describe both physical properties and things that can be adjusted, such as a tøyelig arbeidsplan (flexible work schedule).

Relation to other terms: Tøyelig is closely related to elastisk, fleksibel, and strekkbar. In technical contexts, elastisitet is the standard term for the elastic response; tøyelighet emphasizes the practical stretchability and adaptability of a material or system.