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perforation Synonyms

Another word for perforation

Choosing another word for perforation depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A small hole or a row of small holes punched in a sheet of paper or other material so that a part can be torn off easily.

Usage Example

"Fold the paper carefully along the hole before tearing off the receipt."

Strong
hole
puncture
aperture
Weak
pinhole

• noun (Context 2)

An abnormal opening or rupture in the wall of a hollow organ, membrane, or tissue within the body, caused by injury or disease.

Usage Example

"The patient required emergency surgery after the scan revealed a gastrointestinal rupture."

Strong
rupture
puncture
tear
breach

• noun (Context 3)

The action or process of piercing or boring a hole or series of holes through something.

Usage Example

"The manufacturing process includes the automated piercing of the leather panels for ventilation."

Strongest
piercing
Strong
puncturing
punching
boring

• Nearby Words

perfectness
perforate
perforated
perforation
perform
performable
performance

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Perforation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/perforation
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