Definition
An action figure made of rubber-like material that could be stretched up to several times its normal size without tearing, released by Kenner in 1973. The toy was famous for its durability and the satisfaction of stretching its limbs and torso.
Example Usage
My older brother had a Stretch Armstrong that he'd pull into wild shapes, trying to see how far it would actually go before ripping.
Origin
Created by Kenner; the name plays on both the stretching ability and the powerful superhero archetype.
Fun Fact
Original Stretch Armstrong figures contained a thick corn-syrup-like gel that eventually leaked in many units due to material degradation, creating a common childhood disappointment.
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