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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

fracturing

/fræktʃərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does fracturing mean?

verb

The process of breaking or splitting something into fragments, or the act of causing something to break or split.

Example

"The drilling process caused fracturing in the rock formation, leading to a significant increase in oil production."

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