Meaning of the word "geothermal wells" in English

What does "geothermal wells" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

geothermal wells

US /ˌdʒiː.oʊˈθɜːr.məl wɛlz/
UK /ˌdʒiː.əʊˈθɜː.məl wɛlz/

Plural Noun

boreholes drilled into the Earth's crust to extract heat from geothermal reservoirs for energy generation or direct use

Example:
The power plant uses several geothermal wells to generate electricity.
New geothermal wells are being drilled to expand the energy supply.