Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wellhead
noun
/ˈwɛlˌhɛd/
Definition
The structure at the surface of a well, where the drilling and extraction operations take place.
Examples
- The wellhead is crucial for monitoring the flow of oil.
- Engineers performed maintenance on the wellhead to ensure safety.
- During the inspection, they found leaks in the wellhead assembly.
Meaning
A wellhead is the part of the well that provides access to the resources below the ground, particularly oil or gas, and is equipped with various controls and valves.
Synonyms
- Wellhead assembly
- Wellhead equipment
- Well structure
