fracking
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Noun — A drilling method that cracks open underground rock with pressurized fluid to release trapped oil or gas.
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Etymology
From frack + -ing.
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What does “fracking” mean?
The word “fracking” means a drilling method that cracks open underground rock with pressurized fluid to release trapped oil or gas. In plain terms, hydraulic fracturing — pumping high-pressure fluid underground to release oil or gas.
How do you pronounce “fracking”?
“Fracking” is pronounced FRA-kihng (/ˈfɹækɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fracking” in a sentence?
Here is “fracking” used in a sentence: “Fracking has made the country a major natural gas exporter.”
What part of speech is “fracking”?
“Fracking” is a noun.
Is “fracking” a common word?
“Fracking” is an uncommon word in modern English.