shale


Definition: Meaning of, shale in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ʃeɪl /

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  1. a smooth soft rock which breaks easily into thin flat pieces
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shale used in phrases

  • humic shale (noun)
    1. shale that is rich in humic acids
  • oil shale (noun)
    1. shale from which oil can be obtained by heating
  • shale oil (noun)
    1. oil extracted from oil shale by heating
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