English Explanatory Dictionary

drilling fluid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A fluid used to aid the drilling of boreholes, serving to provide hydrostatic pressure, to keep the drill bit cool and clean, and to suspend the drill cuttings.

Word forms

drilling fluid drilling fluids
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