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Meaning of refueling
The primary meaning of "refueling" according to Oxford Languages is the act of giving someone or something more fuel, typically in order to continue operating or moving.
Etymology of refueling
The word "refueling" is derived from the prefix "re-" meaning "again" and the word "fuel" which is from Old French "fuel" or "fuail", ultimately from Latin "focus" meaning "hearth" or "fire", historically referring to the act of providing a new supply of fuel for a vehicle or machine.
Synonyms
replenishing
refilling
restocking
reloading
rejuvenating
revitalizing
reenergizing
refreshing
renewing
restoring
reviving
resupplying
replenishing
refueling
recharging
recalibrating
readjusting
rebalancing
regenerating
rebuilding
reconstructing
rehabilitating
revamping
retrofitting
overhauling
modernizing
upgrading
updating
modifying
customizing
readapting
converting
transforming
transmogrifying
recalibrating
Definitions
- The act of supplying a vehicle, aircraft, or other machine with fuel, typically in order to continue operating or moving
- The act of giving someone more energy, enthusiasm, or inspiration, typically in order to continue doing something
Usage Examples
- The plane stopped to refuel at the layover before continuing its journey
- After a long day, she likes to refuel with a cup of coffee and some quiet time
- The team needs to refuel and come back stronger in the second half of the game
Antonyms
draining
depleting
exhausting
emptying
unloading
disconnecting
shutting down
powering down
closing
ceasing
stopping
halting
terminating
abandoning
deserting
relinquishing
surrendering
evacuating
withdrawing
removing
deleting
erasing
demolishing
dismantling
disassembling