B1nounenvironmenttransport
US/ˈfjuː.əl/
UK/ˈfjuː.əl/
something such as gas, oil or coal that is burned to give heat or power
In context
Fuel prices went up again this week, so taxis are more expensive.
Hybrid cars use less fuel than normal cars in city traffic.
The plane had to land early because it was running low on fuel.
Words that go with fuel
noun + noun
- fuel pricesRising fuel prices affect the cost of food.
- fossil fuelWe need to burn fewer fossil fuels.
- fuel consumptionThis car has low fuel consumption.
- fuel efficiencyBuyers now care a lot about fuel efficiency.
verb + noun
- run out of fuelThe boat ran out of fuel far from the coast.