1. positioned or sitting on something, especially in a high or precarious place
2. built or located on elevated ground or a height

Examples

• The bird was perched on the telephone wire.
• She sat perched on the edge of her chair, ready to leave.
• The castle is perched high on a cliff overlooking the sea.
• A small village perched on the mountainside came into view.
• The cat remained perched on the windowsill all afternoon.
• He found himself perched uncomfortably on a narrow ledge.
• The house is perched precariously on the steep hillside.