Permanent
/ˈpɜːrmənənt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Lasting indefinitely without change or end.
The court granted her permanent custody of the child.
- (adj.) Established as a fixed or enduring status or condition.
He holds a permanent position in the government agency.
Forms
- permanently
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'permanent' often denotes rights or statuses intended to endure without limitation, contrasting with 'temporary'.
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