perforated

adjective

per·​fo·​rat·​ed ˈpər-fə-ˌrā-təd How to pronounce perforated (audio)
1
: having a hole or perforations
especially : having a specified number of perforations in 20 millimeters
the stamps are perforated 10
2
: characterized by perforation
a perforated ulcer

Examples of perforated in a Sentence

a pad with perforated sheets of paper
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These long tubes—made of perforated or porous plastic or rubber with hose fittings at one or both ends—deliver water slowly. Steve Bender, Southern Living, 5 July 2025 The overall feeling is quite chic and allowed the leather piecework, a combination of smooth and perforated, to really stand out. Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 Instead, the mock-up shows a leather toe cap and a perforated heel. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 7 June 2025 Some groups come from the coast, bringing with them an abundance of perforated sea shells which adorn their necks and clothing. The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 5 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for perforated

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of perforated was in the 15th century

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“Perforated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perforated. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

perforated

adjective
per·​fo·​rat·​ed -fə-ˌrāt-əd How to pronounce perforated (audio)
: having a hole or series of holes : characterized by perforation
a perforated eardrum

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