Definitions for perch

Definitions for (noun) perch

Main entry: perch

Definition: any of numerous spiny-finned fishes of various families of the order Perciformes


Main entry: perch

Definition: spiny-finned freshwater food and game fishes


Main entry: perch

Definition: support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird)


Main entry: perch

Definition: any of numerous fishes of America and Europe


Main entry: perch

Definition: an elevated place serving as a seat


Main entry: perch, rod, pole

Definition: a square rod of land


Main entry: rod, pole, perch

Definition: a linear measure of 16.5 feet


Definitions for (verb) perch

Main entry: roost, perch, rest

Definition: sit, as on a branch

Usage: The birds perched high in the tree


Main entry: perch

Definition: cause to perch or sit

Usage: She perched her hat on her head


Main entry: alight, light, perch

Definition: to come to rest, settle

Usage: Misfortune lighted upon him


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