perpetual

noun

Ellipsis of perpetual check. [(chess) A draw forced by one player by putting the opponent's king in a potentially infinite series of checks.]

adjective

Lasting forever, or for an indefinitely long time.

Set up to be in effect or have tenure for an unlimited duration.

Continuing; uninterrupted.

(botany) Flowering throughout the growing season.

Roots

petopet- · Latin · seek, strive

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Where does perpetual come from?

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