Definition of perch

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  • perch is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • perch is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • perch is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of perch

  • sit, as on a branch (verb)

    Examples

    1. The birds perched high in the tree

    Synonyms

    1. rest
    2. roost
  • a square rod of land (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. pole
    2. rod
  • to come to rest, settle (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. alight
    2. light
  • a linear measure of 16.5 feet (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. pole
    2. rod
  • an elevated place serving as a seat (noun)
  • any of numerous fishes of America and Europe (noun)
  • any of numerous spiny-finned fishes of various families of the order Perciformes (noun)
  • cause to perch or sit (verb)

    Examples

    1. She perched her hat on her head
  • spiny-finned freshwater food and game fishes (noun)
  • support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird) (noun)

See definition of perch in Merriam Webster