Meaning of the word fracking in English
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fracking
US /ˈfræk.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈfræk.ɪŋ/
Noun
1.
the process of injecting liquid at high pressure into subterranean rocks, boreholes, etc., so as to force open existing fissures and extract oil or gas.
Example:
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Environmental groups are protesting against fracking in the region.
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The debate over fracking's impact on water resources continues.
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