What is another word for perforations?

Pronunciation: [pˌɜːfəɹˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA)

Perforations refer to small holes or punctures made in a material for various purposes. Some synonyms for perforations include punch holes, perforations, punctures, apertures, boreholes, pinholes, eyes, pores, vents, and pricks. Perforations may be made in paper to aid in tearing or in fabric to improve ventilation. Additionally, they may be made in rubber to increase grip or in metal plates to facilitate bending or stamping. It is important to note that depending on the material and the purpose of the perforation, different synonyms may be more appropriate. Nevertheless, these synonymous terms all refer to the action of creating small holes in a material for a specific reason.

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Usage examples for Perforations

Into the other perforations lead short tubes,- the one for water to flow into the large tube from a jet; the other, for the same to flow out.
"An Introduction to Chemical Science"
R.P. Williams
She had received three shell holes in her hull, one under the water line, and a large number of perforations in one of her funnels.
"The Incomparable 29th and the "River Clyde""
George Davidson
If the ticks are removed from the body, the bites inflicted are often distinguished by small, inflamed or reddened areas somewhat swollen, with perforations of the skin which may allow the entrance of various kinds of disease germs, and showing that more or less irritation of the hide is produced by these parasites.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler

Famous quotes with Perforations

  • Behold, the atheists' nightmare. Now if you study a well-made banana, you'll find, on the far side, there are three ridges. On the close side, two ridges. If you get your hand ready to grip a banana, you'll find on the far side there are three grooves, on the close side, two grooves. The banana and the hand are perfectly made, one for the other. You'll find the maker of the banana, Almighty God, has made it with a non-slip surface. It has outward indicators of inward contents — green: too early; yellow: just right; black: too late. Now if you go to the top of the banana, you'll find, as with the soda can makers have placed a tab at the top, so God has placed a tab at the top. When you pull the tab, the contents don't squirt in your face. You'll find a wrapper which is biodegradable, has perforations. Notice how gracefully it sits over the human hand. Notice it has a point at the top for ease of entry. It's just the right shape for the human mouth. It's chewy, easy to digest and its even curved toward the face to make the whole process so much easier. Seriously, Kirk, the whole of creation testifies to the genius of God's creation.
    Ray Comfort
  • People ask, How did you get in there? What they really want to know is if they are likely to end up in there as well. I can't answer the real question. All I can tell them is, It's easy. Most people pass over incrementally, making a series of perforations in the membrane between here and there until an opening exists. And who can resist an opening?
    Susanna Kaysen

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