perch Meaning and Definition

1. n. any of numerous spiny-finned fishes of various families of the order Perciformes

2. n. spiny-finned freshwater food and game fishes

3. n. support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird)

4. n. any of numerous fishes of America and Europe

5. n. an elevated place serving as a seat

6. n. a square rod of land

7. n. a linear measure of 16.5 feet

8. v. sit, as on a branch

9. v. cause to perch or sit

10. v. to come to rest, settle