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- pronunciation:
- puhngk
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- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
a small hole caused by a sharp object.
There is a puncture in the tire.- synonyms:
- hole, prick
- similar words:
- aperture, bore, breach, eyelet, opening, vent
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| related words: |
leak |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
punctures, puncturing, punctured |
| definition: |
to make or pierce with a sharp object.
She punctured the balloon with a pin.
- synonyms:
- bore, perforate, pierce
- similar words:
- pit, prick, punch
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| related words: |
bore, drill, enter, lance, penetrate, stick |
| derivations: |
puncturable (adj.), puncturer (n.) |
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