perforate
/ˈpɜrfəˌreɪt/
verb
- To make a hole or holes through something.
- The doctor had to perforate the eardrum to relieve pressure from the infection.
- The machine is used to perforate paper so it can be torn easily along the line.
- Be careful not to perforate the plastic bag when you carry the groceries.
Antonyms
adjective
- Having a hole or holes; pierced.
- The surgeon examined the perforate tissue after the procedure.
- The metal sheet was perforate, allowing air to flow through the vents.
- The perforate stamp was easier to separate from the sheet.