fracking
US /ˈfræk.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈfræk.ɪŋ/
名词
水力压裂, 压裂
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.
示例:
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Environmental groups are protesting against fracking in the region.
环保组织正在抗议该地区的水力压裂。
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The debate over fracking's impact on water resources continues.
关于水力压裂对水资源影响的争论仍在继续。