fuel cell

noun

: a device that continuously changes the chemical energy of a fuel (such as hydrogen) and an oxidant directly into electrical energy

Examples of fuel cell in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The company develops fuel cells, hydrogen generation systems, energy storage technologies and other power systems for aerospace, defense and industrial applications. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026

As far as tech goes, the 377-footer has a trio of 900 kW variable-speed permanent-magnet generators running on HVO with fuel cells and a 5 MWh battery pack. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2026

Bloom Energy — The manufacturer of fuel cells for data centers tumbled almost 6%. — Michelle Fox,darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026

The Bloom Energy fuel cell technology also has the flexibility to operate on cleaner fuels like hydrogen or biogas, along with being more compatible with carbon-capture systems. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fuel cell

• barbell
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Kids Definition

fuel cell

noun

: a device that continuously changes the chemical energy of a fuel (as hydrogen) into electrical energy