Main Entry:

¹ev·er·last·ing

Pronunciation:

\ˌe-vər-ˈlas-tiŋ\

Function:

adjective

Date:

13th century

1: lasting or enduring through all time : eternal2 a (1): continuing for a long time or indefinitely (2): having or being flowers or foliage that retain form or color for a long time when dried b: tediously persistent <the everlasting sympathy-seeker who demands attention — H. A. Overstreet>3: wearing indefinitely <everlasting twill pants>

— ev·er·last·ing·ly \-tiŋ-lē\ adverb

— ev·er·last·ing·ness noun