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1. drilling
noun. ['ˈdrɪlɪŋ'] the act of drilling a hole in the earth in the hope of producing petroleum.
Synonyms
Etymology
- -ing (English)
- -ing (Middle English (1100-1500))
- drill (English)
- drillen (Middle Dutch (ca. 1050-1350))
Rhymes with Drilling Fluid
- druid
Sentences with drilling-fluid
1. Noun Phrase
The process, known as hydraulic fracturing, injects highly pressurized sand and drilling fluid into the ground.
2. drilling
noun. ['ˈdrɪlɪŋ'] the act of drilling.
Synonyms
Etymology
- -ing (English)
- -ing (Middle English (1100-1500))
- drill (English)
- drillen (Middle Dutch (ca. 1050-1350))
3. fluid
noun. ['ˈfluːəd, ˈfluːɪd'] a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure.
Antonyms
Etymology
- fluidus (Latin)
- fluere (Latin)
4. fluid
noun. ['ˈfluːəd, ˈfluːɪd'] continuous amorphous matter that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas.
Etymology
- fluidus (Latin)
- fluere (Latin)
5. fluid
adjective. ['ˈfluːəd, ˈfluːɪd'] subject to change; variable.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- fluidus (Latin)
- fluere (Latin)
6. fluid
adjective. ['ˈfluːəd, ˈfluːɪd'] characteristic of a fluid; capable of flowing and easily changing shape.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- fluidus (Latin)
- fluere (Latin)
7. fluid
adjective. ['ˈfluːəd, ˈfluːɪd'] affording change (especially in social status).
Synonyms
Etymology
- fluidus (Latin)
- fluere (Latin)
8. fluid
adjective. ['ˈfluːəd, ˈfluːɪd'] in cash or easily convertible to cash.
Synonyms
Etymology
- fluidus (Latin)
- fluere (Latin)