perry
/ˈpɛɹ.i/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: perries
Meaning · English
A fermented alcoholic beverage made from pears, similar to hard apple cider.
Noun
Examples
M. Vasse never observed a fatal termination unless in two instances ; in which the persons, adults, had drank perry in large quantity.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “perry” mean?
A fermented alcoholic beverage made from pears, similar to hard apple cider.
Is “perry” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.