Definition

Describing something that has holes or openings, often arranged in a pattern, such as in paper or metal.

Example

The perforated paper made it easy to tear off the sheets.

Conversation

Did you see the new notebook I bought?

Yeah, I noticed it has perforated pages.

Exactly! It makes it so easy to tear out notes.

That's super convenient, especially for sharing ideas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Perforated → It is formed from "per-" (meaning through) and "forare" (meaning to bore or pierce). The word describes something that has been pierced or bored through, creating holes throughout.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'bored through' ('forare') to create holes 'through' ('per-') — that's what perforated means.

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