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| 1. | [ adjective ] existing for a long time | |
| Synonyms: | lasting long-lived long-lasting | |
| Examples: | "hopes for a durable peace" "a long-lasting friendship" |
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| Related terms: | long | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] serviceable for a long time | |
| Synonyms: | long-wearing | |
| Examples: | "durable denim jeans" |
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| Related terms: | serviceable | |
| 3. | [ adjective ] very long lasting | |
| Synonyms: | perdurable undistroyable undestroyable indestructible | |
| Examples: | "less durable rocks were gradually worn away to form valleys" "the perdurable granite of the ancient Appalachian spine of the continent" |
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| Related terms: | imperishable | |
| Similar spelling: |
durables Durabolin drably |
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