Perry Definition & Meaning

perry
noun
  1. United States philosopher (1876-1957)
  2. United States admiral who led a naval expedition to Japan and signed a treaty in 1854 opening up trade relations between United States and Japan; brother of Oliver Hazard Perry (1794-1858)
  3. United States commodore who led the fleet that defeated the British on Lake Erie during the War of 1812; brother of Matthew Calbraith Perry (1785-1819)
  4. a fermented and often effervescent beverage made from juice of pears; similar in taste to hard cider

"Perry" in song lyrics

See how perry is used in real songs:

  • "Saint John, just like Walter Perry"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto f/ Shag Nasty — Boss Soss Talk
  • "Luke Perry?"
    Arsonists — Millionaire
  • "Pop more vanilla cherry than Luke Perry"
    Cappadonna, Solomon Childs, Suga Bang Bang, Timbo King, Two On Da Road — Spit That G

Usage tips for "perry"

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