Meaning of the word perpetuate in English

What does perpetuate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

perpetuate

US /pɚˈpetʃ.u.eɪt/
UK /pɚˈpetʃ.u.eɪt/

Verb

1.

to cause something to continue:

Example:
Increasing the supply of weapons will only perpetuate the violence and anarchy.
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