perforated

[pur-fuh-rey-tid]

adjective

1. pierced with a hole or holes.

   Punch out along the perforated line.

2. Philately.,  (of a number of stamps joined together) having rows of closely spaced perforations dividing each stamp from the others.

3. marked by or having perforation.

   a perforated ulcer.

perforated

/ ˈpɜːfəˌreɪtɪd /

adjective

1. pierced with one or more holes

2. perf. (esp of stamps) having perforations

Other Word Forms

• multiperforated adjective
• nonperforated adjective
• postperforated adjective
• unperforated adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of perforated¹

First recorded in 1480–90; perforate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Outside is a system of perforated, weathering steel panels, adding a layer of fire resistance while introducing shifting patterns of light and shadow throughout the day.

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She had been trying to escape her relationship with Charron, who had perforated her eardrum in an earlier attack, and she had taken out a restraining order against him.

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I started doing research into really nerdy stuff, and the perforated walls you see in the dark corridors are shipping pallets.”

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With interior chambers lined with perforated metal walls, the contraption somewhat resembles a fast-food restaurant’s deep fryer.

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Appendicitis, especially with a perforated appendix, is dangerous and can lead to complications including septicemia and peritonitis, the Cleveland Clinic says.

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