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fuel

/ˈfjuːwəl/

US UK

noun

plural fuels

[count, noncount] :a material (such as coal, oil, or gas) that is burned to produce heat or power

a gallon of fuel

a 16-gallon fuel tank

I had the fuel pump replaced on my car. - often used figuratively

Breakfast is my fuel to get through the morning. - see also fossil fuel

[noncount] :something that gives support or strength to something (such as argument or angry feelings)

These latest scandals will provide further fuel for his political opponents.

These latest accusations will only add fuel to the controversy.

The controversy continues to rage, and these latest accusations will only add fuel to the fire.

verb

fuels; US fueled or Brit fuelled; US fueling or Brit fuelling

[+ obj] :to supply (something) with fuel

The airplanes were fueled in midair.

[no obj] :to take in fuel

The airplanes fueled (up) in midair.

[+ obj] to give support or strength to (something)

The criticism she has faced has only fueled her determination to succeed.

to provide the necessary conditions for (something)

Inflation was fueled by high prices.

The strong economy has fueled the construction of new homes.

fuel up

[phrasal verb]

to put fuel into a car, airplane, etc.

They fueled up for their long journey home.