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lasting
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adjective
(= permanent)
continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
permanent secretary to the president
permanent address
literature of permanent value
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adjective
(= durable, long-lasting)
existing for a long time
hopes for a durable peace
a long-lasting friendship
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adjective
lasting a long time without change
a lasting relationship
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adjective
(= persistent)
retained; not shed
persistent leaves remain attached past maturity
the persistent gills of fishes
food
Noun
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Food is what people and animals eat for nutrition or pleasure when they are hungry.
We grow our own food.
He eats many foods from other lands.
I'm going to get the children some food from the restaurant because they're hungry.