1. goods or items that do not decay, spoil, or deteriorate easily; non-perishable products
Usage: usually plural; commonly used in commerce and supply chain contexts
2. things that are eternal, immortal, or lasting forever
Usage: formal or literary; often used in philosophical or poetic contexts

Examples

• The grocery store stocks both perishables and imperishables in separate sections.
• Canned goods and dried pasta are common imperishables found in most pantries.
• During the emergency, families were advised to stock up on imperishables like bottled water and crackers.
• The warehouse manager organized imperishables on the upper shelves away from moisture.
• Imperishables such as canned vegetables have a much longer shelf life than fresh produce.
• The poet wrote about love as one of the imperishables that transcends time.