1fu·el 
/ˈfju:wəl/ noun
plural fuels /ˈfju:wəl/ noun 1 [count, noncount] : a material (such as coal, oil, or gas) that is burned to produce heat or power
▪ a gallon of fuel ▪ a 16-gallon fuel tank ▪ I had the fuel pump replaced on my car. — often used figuratively ▪ Breakfast is my fuel to get through the morning. — see also fossil fuel 2 [noncount] : something that gives support or strength to something (such as argument or angry feelings)
▪ These latest scandals will provide further fuel for his political opponents. ▪ These latest accusations will only add fuel to the controversy. ▪ The controversy continues to rage, and these latest accusations will only add fuel to the fire.
▪ a gallon of fuel ▪ a 16-gallon fuel tank ▪ I had the fuel pump replaced on my car. — often used figuratively ▪ Breakfast is my fuel to get through the morning. — see also fossil fuel
▪ These latest scandals will provide further fuel for his political opponents. ▪ These latest accusations will only add fuel to the controversy. ▪ The controversy continues to rage, and these latest accusations will only add fuel to the fire.
