How to Pronounce "fracturing"

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Definition

The process of breaking or cracking something, especially a hard material like bone or rock; also refers to specific techniques in engineering and geology for splitting materials.

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The fracturing of the rock created a large crack.

Improper lifting can lead to fracturing of the bones.

Engineers studied the fracturing of metal under stress.

Hydraulic fracturing is used to extract oil from deep underground.