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Perk Definition & Meaning

perk
noun
  1. an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right); "a limousine is one of the fringe benefits of the job"
verb
  1. gain or regain energy; "I picked up after a nap"

"Perk" in song lyrics

See how perk is used in real songs:

  • "I light the mic on fire, set alarms to perk"
    Antoinette — I Got an Attitude
  • "It's me and Coleone at the pound on perk"
    B-Legit f/ Snoop Dogg — The Game Is Cold
  • "My queen got some tofu, maybe a sack of perk"
    Chief Kamachi — Last Night in Babylon

Usage tips for "perk"

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Frequently asked questions

What does perk mean?
an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right); "a limousine is one of the fringe benefits of the job" gain or regain energy; "I picked up after a nap"
What part of speech is perk?
Perk is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does perk have?
Perk has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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