1. noun /ˈfjuːəl̩/
a) Substance consumed to provide energy through combustion, or through chemical or nuclear reaction.
His books were fuel for the revolution.
b) Substance that provides nourishment for a living organism; food.
Money is the fuel for economy.
2. verb /ˈfjuːəl̩/
a) to provide fuel
b) to exacerbate, to cause to grow or become greater
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