perk — an advantage or benefit that comes with a job or situation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an advantage or benefit that comes with a job or situation
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɝːk/
Example Sentences
- The best perk of being a pizza delivery driver? Free pizza when someone cancels their order!
- My ears always perk up when I hear someone opening a bag of chips.
- The company's generous perks include gym membership and flexible working hours.
perk
NOUN[/pɝːk/]
an advantage or benefit that comes with a job or situation
Job benefits and special advantages
Great perks at work always make me smirk!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Perk originated in the 14th century from the verb 'perch,' meaning to sit in a high place or position. The word evolved to mean 'to brighten up' or 'to regain spirits,' and the modern sense of 'a special benefit or advantage' emerged in the 20th century.
Breakdown
perch (to sit up or rise) + -k (variant morpheme or suffix forming a noun), with semantic shift from physical positioning to regaining vigor and eventually to denoting a benefit or privilege.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The best perk of being a pizza delivery driver? Free pizza when someone cancels their order!”
“My ears always perk up when I hear someone opening a bag of chips.”
“The company's generous perks include gym membership and flexible working hours.”
“She seemed tired, but perked up immediately when someone mentioned chocolate cake.”
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