Perforate

usgb/ˈpɜːrfəreɪt/
verb

To make a hole or holes in something.

He perforated the document with a hole puncher
Visual representation of "perforate" - To make a hole or holes in something

Often appears as...

  • perforate the paper
  • perforate a document
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Physical Action

Usually involves physical tools to create holes.

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We perforated the tickets with a special tool.
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Frequency in Text

Mostly found in craft or office-related instructions.

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Perforate along the dotted line to detach the form.
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Not Always Through

Perforating can mean just starting a hole, not fully puncturing.

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Carefully perforate the outline before cutting.
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