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permanency

UK/'pɜːmənənsɪ/US/'pә:mәnәnsi/
C2

Definitions

n.

The state of lasting indefinitely; permanence.

永久性;持久性

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
permanentthrough, thoroughly
+
-cystay, remain, dwell
=permanency

permanent + -cy (noun) = the state of being permanent. A near-synonym of permanence, slightly more formal/legal. See permanent.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The contract offers no guarantee of permanency.

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