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fossil fuel

noun

Definition of fossil fuel

:a fuel (such as coal, oil, or natural gas) formed in the earth from plant or animal remains
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fossil-fueled

play \ˈfä-səl-ˌfyü(-ə)ld\ adjective

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  1. oil and other fossil fuels

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fossil fuel

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Definition of fossil fuel for English Language Learners

  • : a fuel (such as coal, oil, or natural gas) that is formed in the earth from dead plants or animals

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