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