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Added 9 October 2026

perk

/pɝk/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about perk at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

An incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right).
a limousine is one of the fringe benefits of the job

verb

Gain or regain energy.
I picked up after a nap

Origin

Clipping of perquisite.

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