Wellhead
noun
The upper part of a drilling well, where liquids and gases are brought to the surface.
The engineers inspected the wellhead to ensure it was functioning properly.
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Technical
oil wellhead, gas wellhead, pressure control wellhead
noun
The source of a flow of water or other liquid, typically from an underground aquifer.
They discovered a natural spring at the wellhead of the river.
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Neutral
natural wellhead, groundwater wellhead, freshwater wellhead
noun
The upper part of a drilling well, where liquids and gases are brought to the surface.
The engineers inspected the wellhead to ensure it was functioning properly.
Usage tips
Technical
oil wellhead, gas wellhead, pressure control wellhead
noun
The source of a flow of water or other liquid, typically from an underground aquifer.
They discovered a natural spring at the wellhead of the river.
Usage tips
Neutral
natural wellhead, groundwater wellhead, freshwater wellhead
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Pro Tip 1/1Technical terms can be complex
Understanding the technical meaning can help in energy discussions
Check for context when reading technical documents.
Pro Tip 1/1Technical terms can be complex
Understanding the technical meaning can help in energy discussions
Check for context when reading technical documents.
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