non-consumable
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/nɒn kənˈsuːməbl/
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/nɒn kənˈsjuːməbl/
durable items
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-consumable' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'consumable' from Latin 'consumere' meaning 'to use up'.
Historical Evolution
'consumere' transformed into the Old French word 'consumer', and eventually became the modern English word 'consume', leading to 'consumable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'consumable' meant 'capable of being consumed', and 'non-consumable' evolved to mean 'not capable of being consumed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not intended to be consumed or used up.
The company focuses on producing non-consumable goods like machinery.
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Last updated: 2025/01/31 10:50