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 sides of the car's carbon fiber chassis tub will need to better protect the driver and fuel cells from intrusions, although the FIA says this won't add more weight to the cars. Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 6 June 2024 The fuel cell turns hydrogen into electricity that can be used or stored in lithium-ion battery banks. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 May 2024 Nikola's focus on hydrogen fuel cell trucks contributes to its share price recovery, in contrast with the broader EV market's downturn. Detroit Free Press, 6 Apr. 2024 The Japanese automaker recently showed off a concept for a hydrogen fuel cell truck and, last year, began testing a stationary fuel cell power station in California. William Gavin, Quartz, 5 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for fuel cell 

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Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fuel cell was in 1922

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“Fuel cell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuel%20cell. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

fuel cell

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

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