(bore-hole) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a deep, narrow hole made in the ground, especially to locate water or oil.

Example Sentence

The engineers drilled a borehole to access the underground water supply.

More Example Sentences

A borehole was necessary to reach the oil reserves beneath the earth's surface.

Synonyms

well; shaft; drillhole

Antonyms

surface; cap; cover

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