imperishable
imperishable Lexical Profile
imperishable Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Enduring forever; never fading, dying, or losing value over time.
"The poet left behind an imperishable legacy of verse that still moves readers centuries later."
Not subject to physical decay, spoilage, or destruction, especially regarding food or materials.
"Before departing on the expedition, the crew packed crates of imperishable rations."
• noun
A commodity, especially a food item, that does not spoil or decay rapidly (usually used in the plural).
"The pantry was stocked with canned goods, dried beans, and other imperishables for the winter."
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Word Origin & Etymology
First recorded in the late 15th century, formed in English from the negative prefix 'im-' and 'perishable', ultimately deriving from Old French 'perissable' and Latin 'perire' (to pass away or be destroyed).