perp UK /pɜːp/US /pɝp/noun 3adjective 1forms 1phrases 1 noun3 •(slang) A perpetrator."We have the perp in custody," the policeman said. •Perpetual futures. •A perpetual bond. adjective1 •Clipping of perpendicular. formsperps Phrases with perp perp walkThe intentional public display before news cameras of a person in police custody, especially someone famous or notorious, for the purpose of satisfying public interest, demonstrating the effectiveness of the authorities, or shaming the person.
perp. adjective 1phrases 1 adjective1 •Clipping of perpendicular, a style of English Gothic architecture. Phrases with perp. perp walkThe intentional public display before news cameras of a person in police custody, especially someone famous or notorious, for the purpose of satisfying public interest, demonstrating the effectiveness of the authorities, or shaming the person.
