PER'IL, n. [L. periculum, from Gr. to try, to attempt, that is, to strain; an attempt, danger, hazard; to pass, to thrust in or transfix; L. experior; Eng. experience.]
1. Danger; risk; hazard; jeopardy; particular exposure of person or property to injury,loss or destruction from any cause whatever.
In perils of waters; in perils of robbers. 2 Cor 11.
2. Danger denounced; particular exposure; You do it at your peril, or at the peril of your father's displeasure.
PER'IL, v.i. To be in danger. [Not used.]
