I know what this term means.
2007-05-24 02:50:32 · 11 answers · asked by James A 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Each letter in the word "Perks" stands for something. What each letter stands for is what I am asking for. I know the definition of the word.
2007-05-24 08:16:29 · update #1
Perk - an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right); "a limousine is one of the perks of this job"
2007-05-24 03:35:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It really stands for the bennies that are above and beyond what the average schmoe at your workplace gets. For instance, health insurance is not really a perk. A company car is.
2007-05-24 03:12:35 · answer #2 · answered by libertarian anarchist 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perk = Fringe Benefit
any nonwage payment or benefit (e.g., pension plans, profit-sharing programs, vacation pay, and company-paid life, health, and unemployment insurance programs) granted to employees by employers. They may be required by law, granted unilaterally by employers, or obtained through collective bargaining. Employers' payments for fringe benefits are included in employee-compensation…
2007-05-24 02:57:29 · answer #3 · answered by whymewhynow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I grew up in the Midwest, where we say "in" line. One is waiting in a line of people, therefore "in line." I now live in New York City and everyone says "on" line. The first time I told someone that I was "waiting in line" they looked at me like I was crazy.
2016-04-01 05:44:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
To regain or cause to regain one's good spirits or liveliness.
To refresh the appearance of: New furniture and paint perked up the room.
2007-05-24 03:14:11 · answer #5 · answered by Howard B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It stands for the fringe benefits that come with a job!
2007-05-24 02:54:23 · answer #6 · answered by Sami V 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"perquisite", meaning payment or profit in addition to a regular wage or salary.
2007-05-24 02:56:22 · answer #7 · answered by KungFoolio 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
then your not the sharpest knive in the drawer, whats the point?
2007-05-24 02:55:59 · answer #8 · answered by DennistheMenace 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
free or discounted stuff, activites or goods
2007-05-24 03:54:32 · answer #9 · answered by shoebettysue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
perquisites
2007-05-24 02:55:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋