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1. n. [Drilling]

Any small component of the drillstring, such as a short drill collar or a thread crossover.

See: bit breakerdrill collarjunk basket

2. n. [Drilling]

Slang for substructure, which is the part of the rig that supports the derrick, rig floor and associated equipment.

See: derrickrig floor