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- [non-per-i-shuh-buh l]
- /nɒnˈpɛr ɪ ʃə bəl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [non-per-i-shuh-buh l]
- /nɒnˈpɛr ɪ ʃə bəl/
Definitions of nonperishable word
- adjective nonperishable not subject to rapid deterioration or decay: A supply of nonperishable food was kept for emergencies. 1
- noun nonperishable Usually, nonperishables. articles or items, especially of food, not subject to rapid spoilage. 1
- noun nonperishable Not perishable. 1
- adjective nonperishable not liable to rot or wither 0
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Origin of nonperishable
First appearance:
before 1920 One of the 12% newest English words
First recorded in 1920-25; non- + perishable
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Parts of speech for Nonperishable
noun
adjective
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preposition
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nonperishable popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 48% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
nonperishable usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for nonperishable
adjective nonperishable
- lasting — continuing or enduring a long time; permanent; durable: a lasting friendship.
- durable — able to resist wear, decay, etc., well; lasting; enduring.
- immortal — not mortal; not liable or subject to death; undying: our immortal souls.
- perpetual — continuing or enduring forever; everlasting.
- abiding — An abiding feeling, memory, or interest is one that you have for a very long time.
Antonyms for nonperishable
adjective nonperishable
- ephemeral — An ephemeral plant.
- temporary — an office worker hired, usually through an agency on a per diem basis, for a short period of time.
- breakable — Breakable objects are easy to break by accident.
- destructible — capable of being or liable to be destroyed
- perishable — subject to decay, ruin, or destruction: perishable fruits and vegetables.
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