Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fracking
noun
/ˈfrækɪŋ/
Definition
Fracking, or hydraulic fracturing, is a method used to extract natural gas and oil from deep underground by injecting high-pressure fluid into rock formations.
Examples
- Fracking has been a controversial method due to its environmental impacts.
- The company plans to begin fracking in the region next year.
Meaning
The process involves creating fractures in subterranean rock to release resources like oil and gas, facilitating their flow to the surface.
Synonyms
- Hydraulic fracturing
- Shale gas extraction
- Gas drilling
