1. The physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic limit
   - resiliency 
2. An occurrence of rebounding or springing back
   - resiliency

Derived forms: resiliences

See also: resile, resilient

Type of: backlash, elasticity, rebound, recoil, repercussion, snap

Encyclopedia: Resilience

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