| per |
for each. |
| per- |
a prefix that means "through." |
| perceive |
to become aware of through the senses. [2 definitions] |
| percent |
one part or unit of each hundred. |
| percentage |
some part of a whole based on a total of one hundred parts. [2 definitions] |
| perception |
the ability to become aware of or know through the senses. [2 definitions] |
| perch1 |
a branch or bar on which birds sit. [3 definitions] |
| perch2 |
a fish that lives in fresh water and has fins with spines. Perch are used for food. |
| percussion |
the striking of one hard object against another with force so that sound is produced. [2 definitions] |
| percussion instrument |
a musical instrument that is sounded when some part of it is struck. Pianos, drums, cymbals, and xylophones are percussion instruments. |
| perennial |
lasting throughout the year or for many years. [4 definitions] |
| perfect |
free from mistakes or faults. [4 definitions] |
| perfection |
the state or condition of being without a fault or mistake. |
| perfectly |
in a manner that is without a fault or mistake. [2 definitions] |
| perforate |
to make a hole in. [2 definitions] |
| perform |
to carry out; do. [3 definitions] |
| performance |
the act of performing . [3 definitions] |
| performer |
a person who sings, acts, or does some form of entertainment for an audience; one who performs. |
| perfume |
a liquid, made from flowers, herbs, or other substances that has a pleasant smell. Perfume is put on the body. [3 definitions] |
| perhaps |
maybe; possibly. |
| peril |
the condition of being in danger or at risk. [2 definitions] |