Definition of «fracturing»

Fracturing means breaking or splitting something into smaller parts or pieces.

In my work with couples, I focus on communication, emotional intimacy and the repair of fractures in trust or safety. (thecenterforconnection.com)
The current boom in natural gas production, based on hydraulic fracture, is fiercely opposed by many environmentalists. (dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com)
A hit by car or falls from a higher place are the two most common causes of bone fractures in dogs and cats. (arkansasveterinarysurgerycenter.com)
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