Synonyms for

Borehole

Verb / ˈbɔ:ˈrhəʊl / Another word for borehole — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A borehole is a deep hole made by boring into the ground, typically for extracting water or oil.

Synonyms & similar words

well shaft pit cavity hole tunnel channel passage pipe tube chasm crevasse fissure cleft crack crevice fountain spring source aquifer

Example sentences

  1. The workers dug a deep borehole to find oil.
  2. We use a borehole to pump water into our house.
  3. The drill went down into the borehole to extract samples.
  4. The borehole is a source of clean water for the village.
  5. The geologist examined the rocks from the borehole.

Quotes

  • The deeper the well, the cooler the water.
  • A well is a hole in the ground, but a grave is a hole in the air.
  • Water is the driving force of all nature.

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