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

It’s made of brass and features three adjustable lights with perforated brass shades wrapped around each bulb. —Brittney Morgan, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026

Hers is black, perforated leather but this bag comes in no shortage of different color leather and textures. —Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026

However, whereas the standard trailer’s stainless-steel exterior is essentially unadorned, the collaborative vehicle features a bold red beltline, solar guards adorned with perforated cowboy art, and a screen door that bears the Stetson logo. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025

Originally launched in 2009 as a limited-edition design, the kit includes a unique box with a canvas Baguette, made of perforated cotton and decorated with an FF clasp. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 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