| 单词 | perforated |
| 释义 | perforated (once / 3224 pages) adj Something perforated usually contains a series of tiny holes. You might see a perforated line on a utility bill, where you are supposed to tear off that part to mail in with your check. Anything with holes can be said to be perforated, especially if the holes are in a row or series. You wouldn't say something with one hole is perforated. This word can have some grim uses, like if you're talking about a murder victim whose body was perforated with bullets. WORD FAMILYperforate: imperforate, perforated, perforately, perforates, perforating, perforation+/perforation: perforations USAGE EXAMPLESEnthusiasts of garage architecture will also appreciate the perforated walls, like coral, or a cheese grater, of the six-story car park next door. Slate(Dec 30, 2016) The Virginian-Pilot reported Stewart’s repeated requests for medical treatment were denied; he died of a perforated ulcer. Washington Post(Dec 12, 2016) The 36-year-old victim was hospitalized and is in stable condition with a perforated bowel, the Washington Post reports. Time(Dec 12, 2016) 1adj having a number or series of holes a perforated steel plate perforated cancellation perforated stamp Syn cut separated into parts or laid open or penetrated with a sharp edge or instrument 2adj having a hole cut through a perforated eardrum Syn perforate, pierced, punctured cut separated into parts or laid open or penetrated with a sharp edge or instrument |
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