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Fuel Definition & Meaning

fuel
noun
  1. a substance that can be consumed to produce energy; "more fuel is needed during the winter months"; "they developed alternative fuels for aircraft"
verb
  1. provide with a combustible substance that provides energy; "fuel aircraft, ships, and cars"
  2. provide with fuel; "Oil fires the furnace"
  3. take in fuel, as of a ship; "The tanker fueled in Bahrain"
  4. stimulate; "fuel the debate on creationism"

"Fuel" in song lyrics

See how fuel is used in real songs:

  • "Or perhaps a higher octane fuel"
    Aceyalone — Super Human Hip Hop Head
  • "But y'all numb from gut fuel"
    Aesop Rock — Battery
  • "I wrote this song for all the fuel"
    A.L.G. — Home Street Home

Usage tips for "fuel"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fuel" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fuel to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does fuel mean?
a substance that can be consumed to produce energy; "more fuel is needed during the winter months"; "they developed alternative fuels for aircraft" provide with a combustible substance that provides energy; "fuel aircraft, ships, and cars" provide with fuel; "Oil fires the furnace" take in fuel, as of a ship; "The tanker fueled in Bahrain" stimulate; "fuel the debate on creationism"
What part of speech is fuel?
Fuel is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does fuel have?
Fuel has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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