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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Crafted with beautiful, Italian leather, the perforated look adds an even sportier edge to your look.
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
The perforated, squared off steering wheel was comfortable when driving hard around the Arizona desert roads, featuring buttons controlling drive modes, adaptive cruise control, menus and the Power Shot, whichunlocks the maximum horsepower for 10 seconds.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
For instance, a perforated uterus can be treated with surgery.7
Long-Term Use Considerations
For the most part, copper IUDs don't cause long-term complications.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 11 Dec. 2024
Wire ties attach the hubcaps to a framework of perforated and lightweight metal sheets.
—Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 28 Nov. 2024
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
The perforated, squared off steering wheel was comfortable when driving hard around the Arizona desert roads, featuring buttons controlling drive modes, adaptive cruise control, menus and the Power Shot, whichunlocks the maximum horsepower for 10 seconds.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
For instance, a perforated uterus can be treated with surgery.7
Long-Term Use Considerations
For the most part, copper IUDs don't cause long-term complications.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 11 Dec. 2024
Wire ties attach the hubcaps to a framework of perforated and lightweight metal sheets.
—Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 28 Nov. 2024
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“Perforated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perforated. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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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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