Word: nuclear
Phonetic:
/ˈn(j)ukliɚ/Listen:
Nuclear power
Pertaining to the nucleus of an atom.
Involving energy released by nuclear reactions (fission, fusion, radioactive decay). Example: a nuclear reactor
Relating to a weapon that derives its force from rapid release of energy through nuclear reactions. Example: a nuclear explosion
(by extension, metaphoric, of a solution or response) Involving an extreme course of action. Example: nuclear option, nuclear solution
Pertaining to the nucleus of a cell.
Pertaining to a centre around which something is developed or organised; central, pivotal.
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