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

Hilton battled sepsis and other complications after taking flu medication that caused a perforated ulcer. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2026

Wrap loosely in a paper towel and place in a perforated bag or container to help absorb excess moisture, which will slow down softening. — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026

The body is entirely plastic, with a modern industrial look that comes through in the squared hinge and perforated chin. — New Atlas, 22 July 2026

Place them in a container with a loose lid or in a perforated bag to keep them fresh. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 21 July 2026

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