Standard Lemma guide

rubber-band

noun · verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Alternative form of rubber band.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative, attributive, especially

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2

verb

Meaning 2

To join with rubber bands.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To keep a computer-controlled character within a limited distance of the player when racing, as if connected by an invisible rubber band.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: video-games

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4

verb

Meaning 4

To move to a previous position due to network lag, as if being held back by a rubber band.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Internet

Topics: video-games

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History

Etymology

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