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Meaning of the word "shelf life" in English

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shelf life

US /ˈʃelf laɪf/
UK /ˈʃelf laɪf/
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Noun

1.

the length of time for which an item remains usable, fit for consumption, or saleable

Example:
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Most dairy products have a short shelf life.
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The company is trying to extend the shelf life of its fresh produce.
Synonym:
expiration datebest-before dateuse-by datestorage lifefreshness date
2.

the length of time that something remains popular, useful, or effective

Example:
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Many pop songs have a short shelf life.
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The new marketing campaign has a limited shelf life.
Synonym:
longevitydurationlifespanviabilityrelevance
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shelffloating shelfshelf spacelifelove lifelife sentencequality of life