The durability
Example: Durability measures resistance to wear and long-term use
Definition
"Durability" refers to the ability of a material or product to withstand wear, pressure, or damage over a long period of use. In engineering, durability measures how well something maintains its function and integrity despite repeated use or exposure to adverse conditions.
Etymology
The word "durability" comes from the Latin word 'durabilis,' meaning 'able to last or endure.' It evolved through Old French before entering English, emphasizing the quality of lasting strength and endurance. Did you know? The root 'dur-' also relates to 'duration,' highlighting its connection to lasting over time.
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"The durability" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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