adj

perforated

Perforated (adj) means having a hole or series of small holes punched through it. Example: “The perforated eardrum needed time to heal.”

adj

Having a hole or series of small holes punched through it.

"The perforated eardrum needed time to heal."

"Tear along the perforated edge of the coupon."

How to use perforated

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFull of small holes, often ones designed to let something be torn or drained easily.

Common pairings

perforated line perforated eardrum perforated sheet

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Rhymes for perforated

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Frequently asked questions

What does “perforated” mean?

The word “perforated” means having a hole or series of small holes punched through it. In plain terms, full of small holes, often ones designed to let something be torn or drained easily.

How do you use “perforated” in a sentence?

Here is “perforated” used in a sentence: “The perforated eardrum needed time to heal.”

What part of speech is “perforated”?

“Perforated” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of perforated?

"perforated" (adj) means having a hole or series of small holes punched through it.