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perforated

[ˈpəːfəreɪtɪd]

perforated Definition

pierced with a hole or holes.

Using perforated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "perforated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The paper was perforated to make it easier to tear.

  • Example

    The doctor used a perforated tool to remove the appendix.

  • Example

    The cheese grater has a perforated surface.

  • Example

    The perforated metal sheet allows air to pass through.

perforated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for perforated

Phrases with perforated

  • a hole or tear in the eardrum, which can cause hearing loss and other complications

    Example

    He suffered from a perforated eardrum after a loud explosion.

  • an ulcer that has developed a hole in the stomach or small intestine, causing severe pain and internal bleeding

    Example

    The patient was rushed to the hospital with a perforated ulcer.

  • a dotted or dashed line on a document or card that indicates where it should be torn or separated

    Example

    Please tear along the perforated line to detach the coupon.

Origins of perforated

from Latin 'perforatus', past participle of 'perforare', meaning 'to bore through'

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Summary: perforated in Brief

'Perforated' [ˈpəːfəreɪtɪd] describes an object that has been pierced with one or more holes. This adjective is often used to describe paper, metal, or body parts such as the eardrum or stomach lining. Examples include 'The cheese grater has a perforated surface.' and 'The doctor used a perforated tool to remove the appendix.'