semipermanent

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Adjective semipermanent has 1 sense

long-run, long-term, semipermanent - relating to or extending over a relatively long time; "the long-run significance of the elections"; "the long-term reconstruction of countries damaged by the war"; "a long-term investment"
Antonym: short (indirect, via long)

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Semipermanent

Definition:

Semipermanent refers to something that is not fully permanent or long-lasting, but lasts longer than a temporary or short-term period.

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Sense 1:

Popular Meaning: (of hair dye or makeup) lasting for a relatively long time, but not indefinitely

Example Sentence: She decided to try out a semipermanent hair dye in a vibrant shade of blue.

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Sense 2:

Local Meaning: (of structures or fixtures) intended to be in place for an extended period, but not permanently

Example Sentence: The construction company installed semipermanent fencing around the building site for added security.

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