What is another word for bore-hole?

Pronunciation: [bˈɔːhˈə͡ʊl] (IPA)

A bore-hole is typically used to refer to a narrow hole drilled into the ground for the purpose of exploration, extraction, or monitoring. However, there are several other terms that can be used to describe such holes, depending on their purpose and location. For instance, a well is a type of bore-hole that is used to draw water from underground sources. A core-hole is a type of bore-hole that is drilled to obtain a sample of rock or sediment for analysis. A shaft is typically a vertical bore-hole that is used to access underground mines. Other synonyms for bore-hole include drill-hole, borewell, and bore tube.

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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
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What are the hyponyms for Bore-hole?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for bore-hole (as nouns)

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