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perforate

verb

/ˈpɜː.fə.reɪt/

Meaning

to make a hole or holes through something

The machine can perforate sheets of paper for easy tearing.

pierce, puncture, penetrate, drill, bore

seal, close, block

perforate paper, perforate metal, perforate tissue, perforate surface

to imbue with the principles or doctrines of Calvinism

Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.

to catch and hold by legal authority; to stop suddenly

To give courage, confidence, or hope.

to turn around a central point or axis

To dislike intensely or hate.