Main Entry:

¹perk

Pronunciation:

\ˈpərk\

Function:

verb

Etymology:

Middle English

Date:

14th century

intransitive verb1 a: to thrust up the head, stretch out the neck, or carry the body in a bold or insolent manner b: to stick up or out jauntily2: to gain in vigor or cheerfulness especially after a period of weakness or depression —usually used with up<he's perked up noticeably>transitive verb1: to make smart or spruce in appearance : freshen, improve —often used with up2: to thrust up quickly or impudently