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Perforation

usgb/ˌpɜːrfəˈreɪʃn/Volume
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Physical Tear

Refers to physical damage that makes materials easier to separate by hand.

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Please, tear the invoice along the perforation carefully.
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Intentional Design

Perforation in products is often intentional to designate where to split or open them.

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The box has a perforation to help you open it without scissors.
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