fuel injection
noun
: a usually electronically controlled system for injecting a precise amount of atomized fuel into the cylinders or the intake airstream of an internal combustion engine
Examples of fuel injection in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The extreme conditions place tremendous stress on materials and components, while demanding highly precise fuel injection systems that can operate in less than a millisecond.
—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
Regarding the fuel injection setup, look for leaks and check fuel pressure.
—
John Paul,
The Providence Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
The engine features multiple combustion chambers and fuel injection systems pioneered by the Nettuno V-6 in Stellantis’ Maserati luxury brand’s MC20 super car.
—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
25 Feb. 2026
Elaborate build-outs typically require multiple specialized teams at every level — from fuel injection and bodywork to upholstery — whereas Vera does all of her work in-house with her own team, handling the interior, fabrication and installation.
—
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fuel injection
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
Regarding the fuel injection setup, look for leaks and check fuel pressure.
—
John Paul,
The Providence Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
The engine features multiple combustion chambers and fuel injection systems pioneered by the Nettuno V-6 in Stellantis’ Maserati luxury brand’s MC20 super car.
—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
25 Feb. 2026
Elaborate build-outs typically require multiple specialized teams at every level — from fuel injection and bodywork to upholstery — whereas Vera does all of her work in-house with her own team, handling the interior, fabrication and installation.
—
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fuel injection
Cite this Entry
“Fuel injection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuel%20injection. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
