per

/pɜr/
preposition
  1. For each; used to express a rate or ratio.
    • The car gets about 30 miles per gallon of gas.
    • The cost is $10 per person for the group tour.
    • She earns $50 per hour as a freelance designer.
  2. According to; as stated by.
    • Per the instructions, assemble the shelf before attaching it to the wall.
    • The meeting is scheduled for 3 p.m., per the manager's email.
    • Per the rules, all players must wear helmets during the game.
  3. By means of; through.
    • Payment can be made per check or credit card.
    • The message was delivered per a trusted messenger.
    • The package was sent per courier and arrived the next day.
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