spudding shoe en · NOUN
Meanings
- (qualifier:oil industry) A specialized drilling tool used in the early stages of drilling an oil, gas, or water well, consisting of a short, heavy tube with a hardened cutting surface, that is attached to the bottom of the first section of a well's casing.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| spudding shoes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |