drilling fluids

A form of drilling fluid — A fluid used to aid the drilling of boreholes, serving to provide hydrostatic pressure, to keep the drill bit cool and clean, and to suspend the drill cuttings.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of drilling fluid
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