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frac

Definition:

Frac is a slang term commonly used in the oil and gas industry, referring to hydraulic fracturing. It is the process of injecting fluid into a wellbore at high pressure to create fractures in the rock that allow the release of natural gas or oil.

Noun - Hydraulic Fracturing:

In the oil and gas industry, frac, short for hydraulic fracturing, is a technique used to stimulate the production of hydrocarbons from unconventional reservoirs.

Sample sentence: Many experts believe that frac has revolutionized the energy industry by unlocking vast reserves of natural gas and oil.

Verb - Fracture:

In a broader sense, frac can also be used as a verb meaning to fracture or break something, usually referring to bones or materials such as glass.

Sample sentence: The impact of the fall caused his leg to frac in multiple places.

Adjective - Fractured:

When used as an adjective, frac describes something that is broken or fractured.

Sample sentence: His fractured wrist required a cast and several weeks of recovery.

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