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;
Riches and honor are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness. Prov. viii. 18. [ 1913 Webster ]
An interest which from its object and grounds must be so durable. De Quincey.
n. Power of lasting, enduring, or resisting; durability. [ 1913 Webster ]
The durableness of the metal that supports it. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ]