Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Fracturing.
Fracturing - as a noun
Breaking of hard tissue such as bone
Example: "It was a nasty fracture"
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(geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other
Example: "They built it right over a geological fault"
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Fracturing - as a verb
Violate or abuse
Example: "This writer really fractures the language"
Interrupt, break, or destroy
Example: "Fracture the balance of power"
Break into pieces
Example: "The pothole fractured a bolt on the axle"
Become fractured
Example: "The tibia fractured from the blow of the iron pipe"
Break (a bone)
Example: "She broke her clavicle"
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Example Sentences
"The fracturing of the rock caused a series of earthquakes."
"She was studying the process of fracturing in geological formations."
"The technician explained that fracturing was necessary for oil extraction."
"The fracturing of the glass was due to the sudden change in temperature."
"The environmental impact of hydraulic fracturing has been a topic of debate."
Word Game Points
Is FRACTURING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fracturing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FRACTURING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is FRACTURING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fracturing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFRACTURING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is FRACTURING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fracturing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFRACTURING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
