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perforation

[ˌpəːfəˈreɪʃ(ə)n]

perforation Definition

  • 1a hole or series of holes punched or drilled through something
  • 2the act of making a hole or holes in something

Using perforation: Examples

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

  • Example

    The perforations on the paper make it easy to tear.

  • Example

    The doctor had to perform a perforation in the patient's eardrum.

  • Example

    The perforation of the metal sheet was done using a laser cutter.

perforation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for perforation

Phrases with perforation

  • paper that has a series of small holes punched in it, often used for ease of tearing

    Example

    The notebook has perforated paper so you can easily remove the pages.

  • a condition where there is a hole or tear in the thin tissue that separates the ear canal and the middle ear

    Example

    The loud noise caused a perforated eardrum in the concertgoer.

  • an ulcer in the stomach or duodenum that has a hole in it, allowing stomach acid and digestive juices to leak into the abdominal cavity

    Example

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

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Summary: perforation in Brief

Perforation [ˌpəːfəˈreɪʃ(ə)n] refers to a hole or series of holes punched or drilled through something. It is often used for ease of tearing, as in perforated paper, or as a medical procedure, such as a perforation in the eardrum. The term also extends to phrases like 'perforated ulcer,' which describes a hole in the stomach or duodenum.