adjective (of natural RESOURCES such as gas or oil)
1 that cannot be replaced after use:
the need to protect non-renewable resources * non-renewable energy sources * Fossil fuels are non-renewable and rapidly running out.
2 that cannot be continued or repeated for a further period of time after it has ended:
a non-renewable contract / lease * The post is a fixed-term non-renewable appointment.
OPPRENEWABLE
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