perch - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

perch

(of a bird) to land and rest on something, such as a branch, bar, etc.(of a bird) to land and rest on something, such as a branch, bar, etc.

Examples

The robin perched on the windowsill, singing softly.
A sparrow perched on the fence, watching the yard.
The eagle perched high on the cliff, scanning the valley below.

Synonyms

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perch

Third Person

perches

Present Participle

perching

Past Tense

perched

Past Participle

perched

1

(of a bird) to land and rest on something, such as a branch, bar, etc.

The robin perched on the windowsill, singing softly.
A sparrow perched on the fence, watching the yard.
The eagle perched high on the cliff, scanning the valley below.
The owl perched on the branch, waiting for nightfall.
The parrot perched on her shoulder, squawking playfully.

Synonyms:

2

to find a place to rest or settle

She perched on the edge of the chair, waiting for her turn.
The cat perched on the windowsill, enjoying the view outside.
After a long hike, they found a perfect spot to perch and enjoy the view.
When tired, she would perch on a rock and take a break during hikes.

Synonyms:

3

to place or position someone or something carefully

transitive

She perched the vase on the edge of the shelf, making sure it wouldn’t fall.
He perched his glasses on top of his head while he searched for his keys.
The child was perched on his father’s shoulders, enjoying the view.
She perched the coffee cup on the windowsill as she took a call.
He perched the book on the corner of the table to keep it from sliding off.