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 durable durable /ˈdʊrəbəl/

adjective

  1. () Existing for a long time  ( long-lasting , durable , lasting , long-lived )
    existing for a long time
     Hopes for a durable peace
    hopes for a durable peace
     A long-lasting friendship
    a long-lasting friendship
  2. Very long lasting  ( durable , indestructible , perdurable , undestroyable )
    very long lasting
     Less durable rocks were gradually worn away to form valleys
    less durable rocks were gradually worn away to form valleys
     The perdurable granite of the ancient Appalachian spine of the continent
    the perdurable granite of the ancient Appalachian spine of the continent
  3. Capable of withstanding wear and tear and decay  ( durable , long-wearing [ N. American] , hard-wearing )
    capable of withstanding wear and tear and decay
     Durable denim jeans
    durable denim jeans