refuel

[ree-fyoo-uhl]

verb (used with object)

refueled, refueling , refuelled, refuelling .

1. to supply again with fuel.

   to refuel an airplane.

verb (used without object)

refueled, refueling , refuelled, refuelling .

1. to take on a fresh supply of fuel.

   The plane refueled at Paris and flew on.

refuel

/ riːˈfjuːəl /

verb

1. to supply or be supplied with fresh fuel

Other Word Forms

• refuelable adjective
• nonrefueling adjective
• nonrefuelling adjective
• unrefueled adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of refuel¹

First recorded in 1805–15; re- + fuel

Example Sentences

China has used its fortified islands in the South China Sea to deploy vessels and aircraft for longer periods without having to refuel and restock on the mainland.

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But the delay required the plane to be refueled.

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This market seems to be strong enough that it may not need such a pullback to “refuel.”

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After you’ve worked up an appetite, duck into one of the city’s terrific restaurants, bars or cafes to refuel.

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The agency’s current plan requires SpaceX’s Starship to be refueled in space, a feat that has never been accomplished.

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