ClimateJuly 29, 2026

borehole

BOR-hohl

Definition

A narrow, deep hole drilled into the earth, typically to explore for resources, extract fluids like water or oil, or gather geological information.

Etymology

The word is a compound of 'bore', from the Old English 'borian' meaning to pierce, and 'hole', from the Old English 'hol', referring to an opening or hollow.

In the news

The article highlights that the United States possesses a skilled workforce capable of applying their expertise in subsurface drilling and borehole development to the geothermal energy sector.

America’s Surprising Energy Advantage

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Foreign Affairs

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