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puncture

/ˈpʌŋktʃər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does puncture mean?

noun, verb

A small hole or break in something, especially a tire, caused by a sharp object. To make a small hole or break in something, especially a tire, with a sharp object.

Example

"The bike tire got a puncture on the way home."

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