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ravitailler

to resupply, to refuel

verb rah-vee-tah-YEH Rare
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Usage Note

Ravitailler means to provide essential supplies — food, fuel, or ammunition — to troops, ships, aircraft, or remote communities. The reflexive se ravitailler means to stock up oneself. The derived noun ravitaillement (m) is common in military and humanitarian contexts. The word can also apply to a shop restocking its shelves.

Examples

"L'avion a pu se ravitailler en vol."

Natural Translation

The plane was able to refuel in flight.

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