permanent

noun

A chemical hair treatment imparting or removing curliness, whose effects typically last for a period of weeks; a perm.

(collectible card games) A card whose effects persist beyond the turn on which it is played.

(linear algebra, combinatorics) Given an n×n matrix a_ij,, the sum over all permutations π, of ∏ᵢ₌₁ⁿa_iπ(i).

verb

(transitive, dated) To perm (the hair).

adjective

Lasting for an indefinitely long time.

Without end, eternal.

Roots

manereman- · Latin · remain, stay

Synonyms for permanent

lastingadj perpetualadj everlastingadj enduringadj eternaladj unchangeableadj eterne perdurableadj unalterableadj changelessadj

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