perpetual (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /pərˈpɛtʃuəl/
Definition
Lasting or continuing for an indefinitely long time; never ending or changing.
Examples
The perpetual motion machine is a theoretical device that could run forever without an external energy source.
She found his perpetual complaining to be incredibly annoying.
The company offers a perpetual license for its software, meaning you can use it indefinitely.
How to Use perpetual
- perpetual motion (collocation)
- A hypothetical machine that can do work indefinitely without an external energy source. — "The dream of perpetual motion has led to many failed inventions."
- perpetual care (collocation)
- A service or fund established to maintain a property (like a grave or park) indefinitely. — "Many families opt for perpetual care when purchasing a burial plot."
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