oilfield

[US]/'ɔɪlfild/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. oilfield, an area where petroleum resources are extracted.

Example Sentences

The chemical composition of sewage produced in Gaoshangbao Oilfield is analyzed.The effects of deoil by using agent and suspended solids are studied.

Chaoyanggou Oilfield has low porosity, low perinea and serious heterogeneity, with natural and induced fractures.

To reduce the cost of development,Northwest Subcompany arrangemented the first dual branch TK908DH well in Tahe Oilfield nine zone.

The software, proved to be a reliable, rebust and safe interpretation system in logging of nearly 20 wells in Shengli Oilfield, can meet the needs of field logging operations.

The oilfield produced a record amount of crude oil last year.

Workers are drilling new wells in the oilfield to increase production.

The company is investing heavily in the development of the oilfield.

There was an oil spill in the oilfield, causing environmental damage.

The oilfield is located in a remote desert area.

Oilfield workers often work long hours in harsh conditions.

The government has imposed stricter regulations on oilfield operations.

The discovery of a new oilfield has boosted the country's economy.

Oilfield equipment requires regular maintenance to ensure safety.

The oilfield is a major source of revenue for the region.

Real-world Examples

He invaded Iran's oilfields in 1980, leading to a long, expensive and destructive war.

Source: The Guardian (Article Version)

He worked in the oilfields in west Siberia.

Source: Financial Times

There are, though, disadvantages to having to work in an oilfield.

Source: The Economist - Technology

It aims to pull 1 million metric tons of carbon dioxide from the air around some of its Texas oilfields.

Source: VOA Slow English Technology

By the mid-2020s the Vostok oilfield is expected to supply about 15% of Russia's crude exports.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Some people believe that if this continues, oilfields and coal mines will become empty in the future.

Source: Yilin Edition Oxford High School English (Elective 10)

Houston has a lot of companies that also make equipment for these oilfields.

Source: 2009 English Cafe

Last year Russian oilfield companies provided four-fifths of the services needed to support these investments.

Source: Economist Business

Each of these oilfields could yield billions of barrels of oil.

Source: Langman OCLM-01 words

At least six people were rescued and one body found since an offshore oilfield vessel capsized during a storm on Tuesday.

Source: AP Listening Collection April 2021

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