Definitions

1. noun

a suffix used in Spanish surnames, especially in the United States, to indicate the son of someone with the same first name, as in Robert Perez meaning son of Robert

“The researcher specializing in Hispanic names explained that ‘Perez’ is a common surname in many countries, often denoting familial relationships.”

2. proper noun

a specific person’s surname, for example, ‘Cristiano Perez’

“The soccer player Cristiano Perez is known for his speed and agility on the field.”

3. verb

to go away or leave, especially in a way that is sudden or unexpected, as in ‘The plane perez the airport without warning’

“The passengers were confused when the plane suddenly perez the airport without giving any announcements.”