perforated
adjective
per·fo·rat·ed
ˈpər-fə-ˌrā-təd 
1
: having a hole or perforations
especially
: having a specified number of perforations in 20 millimeters
the stamps are perforated 10
2
: characterized by perforation
a perforated ulcer
Examples of perforated in a Sentence
a pad with perforated sheets of paper
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The couple's daughter was born with cystic fibrosis and a perforated bowel.
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Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
Additionally, the inner perforated strainer catches smaller particles that pass through the first stage.
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In rag-tag combos of color and print, a Gen Z ogre would love their pleated skirts with perforated belts, as well as the fun and functional carabiners studded with butterfly motifs and acid-colored charms.
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It would then be transferred to perforated molds, and when ready to be enjoyed, put on a plate where it would be topped with cream.
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Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
Additionally, the inner perforated strainer catches smaller particles that pass through the first stage.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
In rag-tag combos of color and print, a Gen Z ogre would love their pleated skirts with perforated belts, as well as the fun and functional carabiners studded with butterfly motifs and acid-colored charms.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025
It would then be transferred to perforated molds, and when ready to be enjoyed, put on a plate where it would be topped with cream.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for perforated
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“Perforated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perforated. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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perforated
adjective
per·fo·rat·ed
-fə-ˌrāt-əd
: having a hole or series of holes : characterized by perforation
a perforated eardrum
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