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fuel noun 1 any material that releases energy when it is burned, which can be used as a source of heat or power. 2 fissile material that is used to release energy by nuclear fission in a nuclear reactor. 3 food, as a source of energy and a means of maintaining bodily processes. 4 something that feeds or inflames passions, etc. verb (fuelled, fuelling) 1 to fill or feed with fuel. 2 intrans to take on or get fuel. 3 to inflame (anger or other passions). fueller noun. add fuel to the fire to make an angry person, situation, etc angrier; to make a heated discussion more heated, etc.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c: from French feuaile, from Latin focus hearth.
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