Of an object or material: springing back when compressed, squeezed, or stretched; elastic, resilient; (of hair) having a bouncy, usually curly…

Of an object: elastic; resilient; able to regain its original shape or position after being subjected to an external force.

Resilient, springy.

Inclined to yield or give way; pliable, springy, soft; moist (see also quots.).