1. a person or thing that perishes or is likely to perish
Usage: informal; chiefly British
2. a mischievous or troublesome person, especially a child
Usage: informal; chiefly British

Examples

• That old car is a real perisher in winter.
• The little perisher knocked over the vase and ran away.
• Without proper storage, fresh fruit becomes a perisher.
• He's a perisher when it comes to following rules.
• The perishers in the back row were making a racket during class.