fuel gauge
1 of 1noun/ˈfjuəl ˌɡeɪdʒ/
Forms:fuel gauges
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a measuring instrument in a vehicle indicating the amount of fuel remaining in the tank
A fuel gauge is an instrument in a vehicle that shows the level of fuel in the tank. It helps the driver monitor how much fuel is remaining, so they know when to refuel. The gauge typically has a needle or digital display that moves along a scale, indicating whether the fuel level is full, low, or somewhere in between. It is an important part of the dashboard to prevent running out of fuel unexpectedly.
- He glanced at the fuel gauge to see if he needed to refuel.
- She watched the fuel gauge drop as they drove uphill.
- They calibrated the fuel gauge for accuracy after maintenance.
- The fuel gauge was digital, showing the exact amount of fuel left.
- The fuel gauge needle hovered near empty, prompting him to find a gas station.
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