puncture

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   The act or an instance of puncturing.
2. 2
   A hole, cut, or tear created by a sharp object.
3. 3
   A hole in a vehicle's tyre, causing the tyre to deflate.

Verb

1. 1
   To pierce; to break through; to tear a hole.
2. 2
   To destroy the vitality or strength of.