- existing perpetually; everlasting, especially without significant change.
- intended to exist or function for a long, indefinite period without regard to unforeseeable conditions: a permanent employee; the permanent headquarters of the United Nations.
- long-lasting or nonfading: permanent pleating; permanent ink.
- a wave or curl that is set into the hair by the application of a special chemical preparation and that remains for a number of months.
- existing or intended to exist for an indefinite period
- not expected to change for an indefinite time; not temporary
