perforated

adjective

per·​fo·​rat·​ed ˈpər-fə-ˌrā-təd 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Rothy's Max Buckle Mary Jane Flats These Mary Jane-style flats from Rothy’s are made with a perforated mesh upper, so they’re bound to keep your feet cool on a hot day. —Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025

Travertine floors, open-pore woods, micro-perforated leathers, brushed metals, and loose furniture are set among a muted scheme of taupes and slates. —Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2025

Pritchard and Bell created a makeshift game on the badminton court with ping-pong paddles and a perforated plastic ball. —Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025

Aside from the breathable, perforated upper, one notable feature of the Revives is the textured footbed that's designed to increase blood flow to your soles. —Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 29 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for perforated

• abdicated
• abrogated
• acclimated
• activated
• actuated
• adumbrated
• advocated
• aggravated
• aggregated
• agitated
• allocated
• alternated

Medical Definition

perforated

adjective

per·​fo·​rat·​ed -fə-ˌrāt-əd 

: having a hole or series of holes : characterized by perforation

a perforated eardrum