perforée

Perforée is a French term that translates to "perforated" in English. It is commonly used in various contexts to describe something that has one or more holes or openings. The size, shape, and arrangement of these perforations can vary greatly depending on the purpose and material.

In the realm of crafts and textiles, perforée often refers to fabric or paper that has been deliberately pierced with small holes. This can be done for decorative purposes, such as creating intricate patterns in lace or cardstock, or for functional reasons, like allowing for ventilation or drainage. For example, perforated paper is frequently used in baking for lining pans to allow steam to escape, resulting in a crispier crust.

In a more technical or industrial sense, perforée can describe materials like metal sheeting or plastic films that have been punched with holes. These perforated materials find applications in filtering, screening, sound absorption, and as structural components. The pattern of perforations in these instances is often precisely engineered to achieve specific performance characteristics. The term can also appear in descriptions of food, such as "pain perforé" (perforated bread), which might indicate a bread with intentional holes for even baking or a specific texture. The core meaning remains consistent: the presence of holes.