drill string

noun

Meaning

A column of drill pipe on a drilling rig, which transmits drilling fluid and torque to the drill bit.

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Related words

drillstring(English)string(English)drill pipe(English)drilling rig(English)drill(English)flowline(English)drill core(English)drag bit(English)

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