noun

perk

purk

noun

An extra benefit that comes with a job, beyond the salary.

"Free lunch is one of the perks of working here."

verb

(often "perk up") To become more lively, cheerful, or alert.

"She perked up as soon as the coffee arrived."

Of coffee, to brew by percolating through hot water.

"The coffee perked on the stove while we set the table."

How to Use Perk

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA workplace bonus benefit, or — as a verb — to liven up or brew coffee.

Common pairings

job perks perk up perk of the job

Word Forms

more perk comparative, perked past tense, perked past tense, perked past tense, perked past tense, perks plural, perks plural, perks singular, perks singular, perks singular, perks singular, most perk superlative

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Etymology

A clipped form of "perquisite."

Rhymes for perk

jerk Berk clerk berserk

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