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(), a.[L. indelebilis; pref. in- not + delebilis capable of being destroyed: cf. F. indlbile. See In- not, and Deleble.] [Formerly written also indeleble, which accords with the etymology of the word.] 1. That can not be removed, washed away, blotted out, or effaced; incapable of being canceled, lost, or forgotten; as, indelible characters; an indelible stain; an indelible impression on the memory. 2. That can not be annulled; indestructible. [R.] They are endued with indelible power from above. Sprat. Indelible colors, fast colors which do not fade or tarnish by exposure. Indelible ink, an ink not obliterated by washing; esp., a solution of silver nitrate. Syn. -- Fixed; fast; permanent; ineffaceable. -- Indel"ibleness, n. -- Indel"ibly, adv. Indelibly stamped and impressed. J. Ellis. スポンサード リンク
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