perforator

noun — 3 senses

perforator

noun

Etymology From perforate + -or.

1

A tool or machine that makes holes, or perforates, materials such as paper and card.

2

A machine that can bore a tunnel underground

3

Anatomy, Medicine, Sciences A perforating artery or vein

Synonyms
hole punch
Derived terms
reperforator

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