Synonyms of perforations

perforations

noun

plural of perforation

1

as in punctures

a mark or small hole made by a pointed instrument

during the lesson the boy absentmindedly made perforations in his paper with his pencil

Synonyms & Similar Words

• punctures
• punches
• slits
• tears
• pinholes
• grooves
• pricks
• cuts
• pinpricks
• stabs
• hollows
• incisions
• ruptures
• lacerations
• breaks
• slashes
• gouges
• notches
• gashes
• rents
• rips

2

as in apertures

a place in a surface allowing passage into or through a thing

poked the button through a perforation in the fabric

Synonyms & Similar Words

• apertures
• holes
• openings
• crevices
• orifices
• slits
• spaces
• cracks
• fissures
• slots
• tears
• vents
• ruptures
• gashes
• clefts
• punches
• pores
• loopholes
• punctures
• slashes
• rifts
• outlets
• notches
• inlets
• splits
• pinholes
• cuts
• entrances
• crannies
• rents
• mouths
• breaches
• intakes
• chinks
• exits
• potholes
• breaks
• buttonholes
• pinpricks
• keyholes
• airholes
• wormholes
• peepholes
• knotholes
• armholes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• seals
• patches
• fillers
• plugs
• fillings
• barriers
• obstacles
• obstructions
• stoppers
• fills
• blockages

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of perforations

One padded strap crossed the foot, while small perforations covered the vamp and a slim gold insert ran vertically toward the toe. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 July 2026

Most models come with a carrying case that’s designed to protect the blades and keep the whole thing dry with perforations or vents. — Sara Coughlin, Allure, 5 July 2026

With perforations for breathability, the Center Court Leather Sneakers are the shoe for sweltering days. — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 2 July 2026

The perforations allow the wood to both absorb and balance sound, helping to reduce noise across any space. — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 29 June 2026

The pants have perforations behind the knees, allowing air to pass through. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026

The Swiss cheese descriptor is derived from the fenestrations or window-like perforations in its foliage. — Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 27 May 2026

Except for discreet logos, dress sneakers skip excessive branding and technical perforations. — Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 18 May 2026

In early models the operator pedaled a treadle that pushed air through the perforations, triggering the notes. — Steven Melendez, Scientific American, 17 Apr. 2026