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permanent post

/ˈpər.mən.ənt ˈpəʊst/ · per.ma.nent post
noun
  1. A position or office that is not temporary, often held by a person. After being appointed to the permanent post of department head, she was responsible for overseeing the entire team.
  2. A fixed or established location, especially for a military unit or a police officer. The permanent post of the guard was located at the entrance of the castle.
Did you know? The concept of a permanent post dates back to ancient times, when soldiers and guards were stationed at fixed locations to protect cities and territories.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 1 lookups Added Jul 30, 2026