fuel

(noun) a substance that can be consumed to produce energy. Examples: "More fuel is needed during the winter months." "They developed alternative fuels for aircraft."

(verb) provide with a combustible substance that provides energy. Example: "Fuel aircraft, ships, and cars."

(verb) provide with fuel. Synonyms: fire. Example: "Oil fires the furnace."

(verb) take in fuel, as of a ship. Example: "The tanker fueled in bahrain."

(verb) stimulate. Example: "Fuel the debate on creationism."