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Definition of non-durable in English:

non-durable

adjective

  • 1That is not durable; that does not last.

  • 2Specifically. Designating a class of perishable or relatively short-lived goods produced for immediate use and frequently replaced by the consumer, such as food, clothing, fuel, etc.

Pronunciation

non-durable

/nɒnˈdjʊərəbl/ /nɒnˈdʒʊərəbl/ /nɒnˈdjɔːrəbl/

noun

  • In plural. Non-durable consumer goods.

Pronunciation

non-durable

/nɒnˈdjʊərəbl/ /nɒnˈdʒʊərəbl/ /nɒnˈdjɔːrəbl/

Origin

Late 19th century. From non- + durable.