The fuel cost
Example: Fuel cost represents price of fuel for energy production
Definition
"The fuel cost" refers to the amount of money required to purchase fuel necessary for energy production or operation of machinery. It represents the financial expenditure involved in acquiring fuel, which can vary based on fuel type, quantity, and market prices.
Etymology
The phrase "the fuel cost" combines "fuel," derived from Old French 'fouaille' meaning material used for heating or powering, with "cost," from Latin 'constare,' meaning to stand firm or be agreed upon. Together, they describe the agreed or calculated expense of fuel. Did you know? The concept of fuel cost became especially significant with the rise of mechanized industry and transportation.
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"The fuel cost" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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