oil well

noun

: a well from which petroleum is obtained

Examples of oil well in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Studies have found oil wells can emit carcinogens and are linked to adverse health effects including respiratory issues, headaches, throat irritation and other problems. — Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026

Retreating Iraqi forces set fire to hundreds of oil wells in Kuwait creating an environmental catastrophe felt throughout the Gulf. — Paula Hancocks, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026

Some Gulf oil wells paused production, and at least four Florida school districts canceled classes for later in the week while Okaloosa County announced mandatory evacuations for some coastal areas. — ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026

Some Gulf oil wells paused production, and at least four Florida school districts canceled classes for later in the week. — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for oil well

• barbell
• bedwell
• befell
• bluebell
• bombshell
• bridewell
• capelle
• cartel
• carvel
• clamshell
• cogswell
• compel

Kids Definition

oil well

noun

: a well from which petroleum is obtained