fuelapparatus
nounUK /ˈfjuːəl ˌæpəˈreɪtəs/
US /ˈfjuːəl ˌæpəˈrætəs/
A machine that holds or burns fuel to make power.
The old tractor's fuel apparatus was leaking, so the farmer fixed it before starting the engine.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The equipment on a vehicle that stores and delivers fuel to the engine.
Mechanics inspected the fuel apparatus for cracks before the long drive.
3. A device that burns fuel to produce heat or energy.
The camp's fuel apparatus kept the cabin warm all winter.
4. A set of parts used to supply fuel in an industrial process.
Workers shut down the fuel apparatus during the safety drill.