na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
Used as an adjectival noun or noun modifier meaning something lasting or not temporary. Often seen in compounds like パーマネントコレクション.
The permanent collection of this museum is wonderful.
Abbreviation of パーマネントウエーブ. Refers to the hairstyle or the process of getting a perm.
See also: パーマネントウェーブ
Yesterday I got a perm at the hair salon.