Perforation Meaning
/ˌpɚfəˈreɪʃən/, /ˌpəːfəˈreɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act of perforating or the state of being perforated.
nounAny opening in a solid object.
nounAn abnormal opening in an organ, such as a rupture.
nounA series of holes punched through something in order to assist in separating parts.
nounThat portion of a surface that remains after an open disk is removed from it.
Sentence Examples
The perforation in the tire caused a blowout.
She noticed a perforation in her eardrum.
The doctor discovered a tiny perforation in the eardrum.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The audiologist found a small ____ in the eardrum, which resulted in partial deafness.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ in the eardrum was caused by a severe infection that had gone untreated for too long.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The audiologist found a small ____ in the eardrum, which resulted in partial deafness.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ in the eardrum was caused by a severe infection that had gone untreated for too long.