in-perpetuity

in-per·pe·tu·i·ty

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Definitions of in-perpetuity word

noun plural in-perpetuity the state or character of being perpetual (often preceded by in): to desire happiness in perpetuity. 1
noun plural in-perpetuity endless or indefinitely long duration or existence; eternity. 1
noun plural in-perpetuity something that is perpetual. 1
noun plural in-perpetuity an annuity paid for life. 1
noun plural in-perpetuity Law. an interest under which property is less than completely alienable for longer than the law allows. 1

before 1375

One of the 22% oldest English words

1375-1425; late Middle English perpetuite < Latin perpetuitās. See perpetual, -ity

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exclamation

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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