perch

(noun) support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird).

(noun) a linear measure of 16.5 feet. Synonyms: rod, pole.

(noun) a square rod of land. Synonyms: rod, pole.

(noun) an elevated place serving as a seat.

(noun) any of numerous fishes of America and Europe.

(noun) spiny-finned freshwater food and game fishes.

(noun) any of numerous spiny-finned fishes of various families of the order Perciformes.

(verb) sit, as on a branch. Synonyms: roost, rest. Examples: "The birds perched high in the tree."

(verb) to come to rest, settle. Synonyms: alight, light. Examples: "Misfortune lighted upon him."

(verb) cause to perch or sit. Examples: "She perched her hat on her head."