paper punches

Make holes, file

Paper punches are handheld tools that cut holes in paper or cardstock.

The simplest type makes a single round hole for binding documents in ring binders—a three-hole punch is standard office equipment.

Craft punches come in decorative shapes: stars, hearts, snowflakes.

To punch paper is to use such a tool: I need to punch these handouts before the meeting.

Related

die-cutting · craft · craft supplies · shavings · chad · press · push · scissors · cardstock · confetti · lever · scrapbooking · kirigami · offices · office supplies · cutters · adjustable · heavy-duty

Opposites
function on paper

paper punchesstaplers

Wire-driving paper fasteners

staple guns · paper clips · binder clips · tape · adhesive

material removal vs. addition

paper punchescorrection tape

Adhesive strip hiding mistakes

white-out

material manipulation action

paper punchestape dispensers

Devices that feed adhesive strips

glue guns · laminators · sealers · welders

Family

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Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G