Meaning of the word puncture in English

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puncture

US /ˈpʌŋk.tʃɚ/

UK /ˈpʌŋk.tʃɚ/

a small hole in a tire or other inflatable object, caused by a sharp object

Example:

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I got a puncture on my way to work.

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The balloon had a small puncture and slowly deflated.

Synonym:

hole perforation piercing rupture tear

to make a small hole in something with a sharp object

Example:

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He accidentally punctured the tire with a nail.

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The doctor will puncture the skin to draw blood.

Synonym:

pierce perforate stab prick rupture

to suddenly lose confidence or strength

Example:

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His confidence was completely punctured after the failure.

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The team's morale was punctured by the late goal.

Synonym:

undermine demolish shatter destroy weaken

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lumbar puncture