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Definition permanent in British English

permanent adjective

adjective
/ˈpɜː(r)mənənt/
1

happening or existing for a long time or for all time in the future

Example

She suffered permanent brain damage as a result of the accident.

Example

They've offered me a room until I can find something more permanent.

Example

We have a permanent staff of 24, plus 8 seasonal workers in the summer.

Example

Blomquist has become a permanent fixture in the team.

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Definition permanent in British English