Definition of puncture

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  • puncture is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • puncture is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
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Definition of puncture

  • reduce or lessen the size or importance of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. deflate
  • a small hole made by a sharp object (noun)
  • be pierced or punctured (verb)

    Examples

    1. The tire punctured
  • cause to lose air pressure or collapse by piercing (verb)

    Examples

    1. puncture an air balloon
  • loss of air pressure in a tire when a hole is made by some sharp object (noun)
  • make by piercing (verb)

    Examples

    1. puncture a hole
  • pierce with a pointed object; make a hole into (verb)

    Examples

    1. puncture a tire
  • the act of puncturing or perforating (noun)

See definition of puncture in Merriam Webster