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Perched: meaning, definitions and examples

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perched

 

[ pษœrสงt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

animals, position

The term 'perched' refers to the act of sitting or resting on a high or elevated position. It often describes birds that are resting on branches, ledges, or other elevated surfaces. This position typically provides a vantage point for observing their surroundings or finding food. Additionally, 'perched' can apply to any object or person that is precariously balanced or situated at a height. The notion of being perched often carries a sense of grace and poise, especially in the context of natural wildlife.

Synonyms

hovering, resting, settling, sitting.

Examples of usage

  • The bird was perched on a branch.
  • She perched herself on the edge of the chair.
  • The cat perched on the windowsill, watching the street.
  • The sign was perched high above the entrance.

Translations

Translations of the word "perched" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น empoleirado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅˆเค เคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช sitzend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bertengger

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐัั–ะดะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ siedzฤ…cy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆญขใพใฃใฆใ„ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท perchรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ posado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท konmuลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•‰์•„ ์žˆ๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุชู‚ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sedรญcรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sediaci

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ –ๆฏ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sedeฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ settur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั‚ั‹ั€า“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฏแƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oturmuลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ posado

Etymology

The word 'perched' originates from the Old French word 'percher,' which meant 'to put or place on a high spot.' This, in turn, comes from the Latin word 'pertica,' meaning a 'rod' or 'pole,' which suggests a reference to the act of sitting or standing on something elevated. The transition into English occurred around the 14th century during a time when Middle English was influenced by the Norman invasion. Thus, the term evolved alongside the language, often relating to birds and their natural behavior of settling in elevated positions for safety or observation. Over centuries, 'perched' has also adapted to describe various contexts beyond avian behavior, reflecting a broader metaphorical use in literature and everyday language.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,233, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.