Fuel — Defs

01 n. Any matter used to produce heat by burning; that which feeds fire; combustible matter used for fires, as wood, coal, peat, etc.

1.
Any matter used to produce heat by burning; that which feeds fire; combustible matter used for fires, as wood, coal, peat, etc.
2.
Anything that serves to feed or increase passion or excitement.

Phrases & compounds

Artificial fuel — fuel consisting of small particles, as coal dust, sawdust, etc., consolidated into lumps or blocks.

02 v. t. To feed with fuel.

1.
To feed with fuel.[Obs.]
“Never, alas I the dreadful name, That fuels the infernal flame.” — Cowley.
2.
To store or furnish with fuel or firing.[Obs.]
“Well watered and well fueled.” — Sir H. Wotton.