Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perch
noun/verb
/pɜːrtʃ/
Definition
A perch is a place where a bird rests or sits. It can also refer to a type of fish commonly found in freshwater.
Examples
- The bird found a high perch on the tree branch.
- She perched herself on the edge of the fountain, watching the water flow.
Meaning
In a broader sense, to perch means to sit or rest on something high or narrow.
Synonyms
- rest
- sit
- roost
- alight
