perk
perk Lexical Profile
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• noun
An extra benefit, privilege, or advantage granted in addition to regular pay or standard entitlement.
"Free access to the company gym is one of the best perks of working here."
• verb
To become or make more cheerful, lively, or energetic (usually followed by 'up').
"She began to perk up after drinking a warm cup of tea and resting for an hour."
To raise or cock briskly and attentively (especially of the head, ears, or tail).
"The dog's ears began to perk at the sound of footsteps on the gravel path."
To percolate or brew (of coffee).
"The rich aroma filled the kitchen as the coffee started to perk on the stove."
• Rhymes for perk
Word Origin & Etymology
As a noun meaning 'benefit', shortened from 'perquisite' in the mid-19th century. As a verb meaning 'to become lively or raise the head', attested from the 14th century, possibly from Old Norman French 'perquer' (to perch).