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perisher

(British, informal) An annoying child, a brat.

ˈpɛɹɪʃɚ182 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

(British, informal) An annoying child, a brat.

Get off my lawn, you little perisher!
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#2·Apr 27, 2026UK

(British, Australia, obsolete) An extreme act; a case of going all in.

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#3·Apr 27, 2026UK

(rare) One who perishes.

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