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1.nounAny of the three species of spiny-finned freshwater fish in the genus Perca.
2.nounAny of the about 200 related species of fish in the taxonomic family Percidae, especially:
3.nounSeveral similar species in the order Perciformes, such as the grouper.
4.nounA rod, staff, or branch of a tree etc used as a roost by a bird
5.nounA pole connecting the fore gear and hind gear of a spring carriage; a reach.
6.nounA position that is secure and advantageous, especially one which is prominent or elevated
7.nounA position that is overly elevated or haughty
8.nounA linear measure of 5 1/2 yards, equal to a rod, a pole or 1/4 chain; the related square measure
9.nounA cubic measure of stonework equal to 16.6 × 1.5 × 1 feet
10.nounA frame used to examine cloth
11.nounA bar used to support a candle (especially in a church)
12.verbTo rest on (or as if on) a perch; to roost."The macaw was perched on Jim's shoulder."
13.verbTo stay in an elevated position.
14.verbTo place something on (or as if on) a perch.
15.verbTo inspect cloth using a perch.