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Definition of abiding adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

abiding

adjective
 
/əˈbaɪdɪŋ/
 
/əˈbaɪdɪŋ/
(formal)
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  1. (of a feeling or belief) lasting for a long time and not changing
    • He is an artist with an abiding concern for humanity.
    see also law-abiding
    Extra Examples
    • Her abiding passion was classical sculpture.
    • His entire work reflects his abiding faith in mankind.
    • Their values come from deep faith and an abiding love of country.
    Oxford Collocations DictionaryAbiding is used with these nouns:
    • faith
    • impression
    • interest
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