Perpetuity (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural per·pe·tu·i·ties.
  1. the state or character of being perpetual (often preceded by in): to desire happiness in perpetuity.
  2. endless or indefinitely long duration or existence; eternity.
  3. something that is perpetual.
  4. an annuity paid for life.
  5. an interest under which property is less than completely alienable for longer than the law allows.
noun plural -ties
  1. eternity
  2. the state or quality of being perpetual
  3. a limitation preventing the absolute disposal of an estate for longer than the period allowed by law
  4. an annuity with no maturity date and payable indefinitely
  5. for ever
Perpetuity (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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