(thing) by Sylvar Sat Oct 14 2000 at 14:46:22
  1. (thing) Short for perquisite, a perk is a fringe benefit that comes with holding a particular position or that is awarded instead of a raise. In the US, for example, members of Congress have the privilege of franking (sending mail with their signature in place of postage). Perks might include a company car, a better parking space, or an employee discount on the company's products.
     
  2. (idea) Short for percolate. One perks coffee by preparing it in a percolator-style coffeepot.
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