durable goods

American  

plural noun

1. goods, as household appliances, machinery, or sports equipment, that are not consumed or destroyed in use and can be used for a period of time, usually three or more years.

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durable goods British  

plural noun

1. Also called: durables.  goods, such as most producer goods and some consumer goods, that require infrequent replacement. Compare disposable goods , perishables

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durable goods Cultural  

1. Manufactured products capable of long utility, such as refrigerators and automobiles.

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Etymology

Origin of durable goods

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

“Positive momentum across durable goods in February should hopefully help this area of the economy persevere through the current turmoil without too much damage,” he wrote.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

So-called core orders for durable goods rose 0.6% in February, pushing the year-over-year increase up to 5.1%.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The DXY dollar index extended gains after U.S. durable goods orders exceeded expectations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

December durable goods orders fell 1.4%, but that was essentially in line with consensus call.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The extraordinary demand for other durable goods, for the replenishment of inventories, and for exports may be satisfied earlier.

From State of the Union Address by Truman, Harry S.

Related Words

• consumer durables
• consumer goods