Durado (en. Lasted)

/duˈɾa̝ðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of being treated for better preservation.
The plating of gold is highly valued in jewelry.
El durado del oro es muy apreciado en joyería.
Material that has received treatment to increase its durability.
This piece of furniture is made of treated wood.
Este mueble está hecho de madera durado.
verb
Act of applying treatment to a material to make it more resistant.
The fabric was treated to withstand wear.
Se duró la tela para que resistiera al desgaste.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'durar', related to durability.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gold-plated
It refers to an object made of gold that has undergone a plating process.
durado de oro
treated wood
Wood that has been treated to improve its quality and durability.
madera durada

Related Words

durability
Capacity of a material to endure over time.
durabilidad
treatment
Process by which something is altered to obtain another characteristic.
tratamiento

Slang Meanings

It is said of something that has been improved or renewed.
That car is upgraded, it looks new.
Ese coche está durado, parece nuevo.