Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spud-in
noun
spəd ɪn
Definition
A term used in the oil and gas industry referring to the situation when a well is being drilled and is temporarily put on hold or stopped.
Examples
- After a series of unexpected geological challenges, the drilling crew decided to spud-in until further analysis could be conducted.
- We encountered several issues, which led us to spud-in for a week before resuming operations.
Meaning
To halt progress or operations on a drilling site, usually pending further decisions or assessments.
Synonyms
- Pause
- Delay
- Hold
- Interruption
