DURABLY

Etymology

Adverb

durably (comparative more durably, superlative most durably)

In a durable manner.

Source: Wiktionary


Du"ra*bly, adv.

Definition: In a lasting manner; with long continuance.

DURABLE

Du"ra*ble, a. Etym: [L. durabilis, fr. durare to last: cf. F. durable. See Dure.]

Definition: Able to endure or continue in a particular condition; lasting; not perishable or changeable; not wearing out or decaying soon; enduring; as, durable cloth; durable happiness. Riches and honor are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness. Prov. viii. 18. An interest which from its object and grounds must be so durable. De Quincey.

Syn.

– Lasting; permanent; enduring; firm; stable; continuing; constant; persistent. See Lasting.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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