definition of
perforate

[1] #1 perforate v. [punch] make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation; "perforate the sheets of paper". wn

[2] #2 perforate s. [pierced, perforated, punctured] having a hole cut through; "pierced ears"; "a perforated eardrum"; "a punctured balloon". wn

[3] #3 perforate v. [penetrate] pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance; "The bullet penetrated her chest". wn