Perch Definition & Meaning

perch
noun
  1. support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird)
  2. a linear measure of 16.5 feet
  3. a square rod of land
  4. an elevated place serving as a seat
  5. any of numerous fishes of America and Europe
  6. spiny-finned freshwater food and game fishes
  7. any of numerous spiny-finned fishes of various families of the order Perciformes
verb
  1. sit, as on a branch; "The birds perched high in the tree"
  2. to come to rest, settle; "Misfortune lighted upon him"
  3. cause to perch or sit; "She perched her hat on her head"

"Perch" in song lyrics

See how perch is used in real songs:

  • "It's god damn legs are bending when it gets on it's perch"
    Celph Titled f/ DutchMassive, Majik Most — Pit of the Flame
  • "New world nothing's better, look where the angel perch"
    Chief Kamachi — Last Night in Babylon
  • "I take flights up to heights then return to perch"
    Strength

Usage tips for "perch"

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