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Vocabulary Entry
punctured
|verb • adjective
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verb
To make a hole or mark in something, typically with a sharp object.
Example Sentences
"She punctured the balloon with a pin."
"The tire was punctured by a sharp piece of glass."
"He accidentally punctured his finger while handling the knife."
A
adjective
Having a hole or marked by a hole, often relating to something that has been damaged.
Example Sentences
"The punctured tire needed to be replaced."
"He wore a punctured jacket that let in the cold."
"The punctured container leaked its contents."