Perforation Definition

perforation
noun
  1. a line of small holes for tearing at a particular place
  2. a hole made in something; "a perforation of the eardrum"
  3. the act of punching a hole (especially a row of holes as for ease of separation)

"Perforation" in song lyrics

See how perforation is used in real songs:

  • "small bowel perforation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "nasal septum perforation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "picture of nasal septum perforation"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "perforation"

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