CEFR A2

fuel tank

noun

Meaning

A container designed to store liquid or gaseous fuel safely within a vehicle or machine.

Examples

The mechanic inspected the fuel tank for any signs of leakage or corrosion.
Modern aircraft have a complex fuel tank system integrated into the wings.

Synonyms: gas tank, petrol tank, reservoir, cell

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fuel tank (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈfjuːəl tæŋk

Definition

A container designed to store liquid or gaseous fuel safely within a vehicle or machine.

Examples

The mechanic inspected the fuel tank for any signs of leakage or corrosion.
Modern aircraft have a complex fuel tank system integrated into the wings.
He accidentally punctured the fuel tank while driving over a sharp rock.

How to Use fuel tank

fuel tank of [vehicle] (prepositional phrase): specifying the location or ownership of the tank — "The fuel tank of the truck was damaged in the accident."
fill up the fuel tank (collocation): to add fuel until the container is full — "Make sure to fill up the fuel tank before you return the rental car."

Synonyms of fuel tank

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