Fuel (Noun)
Meaning
A substance that can be consumed to produce energy; "more fuel is needed during the winter months"; "they developed alternative fuels for aircraft".
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The new hybrid car runs on a combination of gasoline and electric fuel.
- Biodiesel is a clean-burning fuel that can be used in place of traditional diesel.
- The rocket requires a massive amount of fuel to reach orbit.
- Propane is a popular fuel for outdoor grills and heaters.
- Scientists are working to develop more efficient fuels for use in cars and trucks.
Hyponyms
- Coal Oil
- Wood Coal
- Combustible Material
- Wood Spirit
- Ignitor
- Lighter
- Gasolene
- Wood Alcohol
- Diesel Fuel
- Gas
- Lamp Oil
- Heating Oil
- Kerosine
- Petrol
- Methyl Alcohol