Meaning of the word refuel in English

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refuel

US /ˌriːˈfjʊəl/

UK /ˌriːˈfjʊəl/

supply (an aircraft or vehicle) with more fuel

Example:

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The plane needed to refuel before the long flight.

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We stopped at a gas station to refuel the car.

Synonym:

recharge replenish resupply top up

restore (a person or animal) with food or drink

Example:

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After the long hike, we needed to stop and refuel with a good meal.

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Athletes often refuel with energy drinks during intense training.

Synonym:

energize revitalize restore nourish

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