Definition of PERP

perp

Plural: perps

Noun

  • A perpetrator.
  • A perpetual bond.
  • Perpetual futures.

Adj

  • Clipping of perpendicular.

Examples

  • "We have the perp in custody," the policeman said.
  • a perp window

Origin / Etymology

Clipping of perpetrator.

Scrabble Score: 8

perp: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
perp: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
perp: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 10

perp: valid Words With Friends Word