fuel cell

/ˌfju(ə)l ˈsɛl/
IPA guide

Other forms: fuel cells

Definitions of fuel cell
  1. noun
    cell that produces electricity by oxidation of fuel (hydrogen and oxygen or zinc and air); often used in electric cars
    see moresee less
    type of:
    cell, electric cell
    a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘fuel cell'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family

Vocabulary lists containing fuel cell

Physical Science - Energy - Middle School

You'll get a charge out of these words related to energy. Review different types of energy, radiation, circuits, energy transfer, and other essential topics. More power to you!

Electrical Engineering

If you want to learn about current trends in electrical engineering, review these essential terms. This high-voltage vocabulary list covers circuits, conductors and insulators, electromagnetism, energy, and much more.

Engineering - Middle School

Learn these terms and build a solid engineering vocabulary. This comprehensive list covers simple machines, electricity, force and momentum, building materials and structural elements, and much more. This list is sure to cement your understanding of engineering.

MORE VOCABULARY LISTS