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Perf

/pɜː(ɹ)f/ · adjective

Meaning

(philately) Abbreviation of perforated; when followed by a number, eg, perf 14, this indicates the number of perforations per two centimetres..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (philately) Abbreviation of perforated; when followed by a number, eg, perf 14, this indicates the number of perforations per two centimetres.
  2. (grammar) Abbreviation of perfective.
  3. (colloquial) Clipping of perfect.
  4. (informal) Clipping of performance.
  5. (informal) Clipping of (of postage stamps or photographic film) perforation.
  6. (informal) Clipping of perforate.

Example Sentences

Games are perf for home use or as [a] money maker.
The best one I have ever seen on an ammy is +1 sorc and +18 str It was perf for my sorc who needed just a bit more strength [...]
Oh what a beautiful day, perfect temp, sunny breezy, & a perf temp for doing anything.
This sculptural piece is perf for a celebratory brunch, don't ya think?
I put in a note about her perf, including when and how I found out about it.

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What does perf mean?

Perf means (philately) Abbreviation of perforated; when followed by a number, eg, perf 14, this indicates the number of perforations per two centimetres..

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What is the opposite of perf?

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How do you use perf in a sentence?

Games are perf for home use or as [a] money maker.

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