Spud

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-026473",
  "term": "Spud",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definitions": [
    "To start the well drilling process by removing rock, dirt, and other sedimentary material with the drill bit.",
    "(spud a well) To start the well drilling process by removing rock, dirt, and other sedimentary material with the drill bit."
  ],
  "subject": [
    "Biological substances",
    "Chemicals, toxics and pesticides"
  ],
  "references": [
    "EPA Study of the Potential Impacts of Hydraulic Fracturing on Drinking Water Resources: Progress Report at http://www.epa.gov/hfstudy/pdfs/hf-report20121214.pdf",
    "Glossary: Study of the Potential Impacts of Hydraulic Fracturing on Drinking Water Resources"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/spud/"
}