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Although this has nothing to do with the oilfield, it seems an appropriate definition.
General Contractor - Satan's Toe Jam
Yep, that's about right.
From Hogs on Ice
Spud Mud
The driling fluid used in the initial driling of the well. Has nothing to do with potatoes.Rolls off of the tounge pleasingly.
Is your junk basket full? No, my junk basket is empty.
Is your sucker rod polished? Yes, my sucker rod is polished.
Is your stuffing box lubricated? Is it packed? Yes, my stuffing box is lubricated and packed.
Starting a new tradition on Mad Oilman, I thought I would share some of the colorful terminology present in my industry. In a blatant ripoff of Mr. Wisdom's "Words That Just Sound Funny" series, Oilfield Definitions now makes its debut. Starting off the series:
"Yesterday the crack spread widened . Today the crack spread is shrinking."
