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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

perch

/pɜːrtʃ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does perch mean?

noun, verb

A perch is a long, thin piece of wood or metal used as a seat or a support. To perch means to sit or rest on something, especially in a way that is not stable.

Example

"She perched on the edge of the bed, waiting for her alarm to go off."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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