non-fossil-fuel
|non-fos-sil-fuel|
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/nɑn-ˈfɑsəl-fjuːl/
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/nɒn-ˈfɒsəl-fjuːl/
energy not from fossil fuels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-fossil-fuel' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'fossil fuel,' which refers to energy sources derived from ancient organic matter.
Historical Evolution
The term 'non-fossil-fuel' was coined to describe energy sources that do not rely on fossilized organic materials.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'energy not derived from fossil fuels,' and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of energy source that does not derive from fossilized organic materials, such as coal, oil, or natural gas.
Solar and wind energy are examples of non-fossil-fuels.
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Last updated: 2025/03/01 13:43