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Drilling Fluid.
Drilling Fluid - as a noun
A mixture of clays and chemicals and water; pumped down the drill pipe to lubricate and cool the drilling bit and to flush out the cuttings and to strengthen the sides of the hole
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drilling mudExample Sentences
"The drilling fluid helped cool and lubricate the drill bit during the drilling process."
"The composition of the drilling fluid is carefully designed to meet the specific needs of each drilling operation."
"The use of a high-density drilling fluid helped stabilize the wellbore and prevent blowouts."
"The drilling fluid needs to have good suspension properties to carry the drilled cuttings to the surface."
"The rheological properties of the drilling fluid determine its ability to transport solids and maintain well control."