PROPPANT

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

PROPPANT A proppant is a material, such as sand or ceramic beads, used in hydraulic fracturing to keep fractures open and allow oil or gas to flow more freely. Alternative: Proppant is a substance inserted into fractures during hydraulic fracturing to maintain them open and enhance the flow of oil or gas.

Scrabble Information

Word: PROPPANT

Length: 8 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word PROPPANT can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.