Definition of "percent" in English

adverb

1. For every hundred (used with preceding numeral to form a noun phrase expressing a proportion).

noun

1. A percentage, a proportion (especially per hundred).

   • only a small percent attain the top ranks

2. One part per hundred; one percent, hundredth.

3. The percent sign, %.

4. An annuity or security with a certain fixed and guaranteed annual percentage rate of return or percentage dividend.

preposition phrase

1. Per hundred.