nuclear

/ˈn(j)ukliɚ//ˈnjuː.klɪə//ˈn(j)ukjəlɚ/

noun

  1. 1

    Nuclear power

adjective

  1. 1

    Pertaining to the nucleus of an atom.

  2. 2

    Involving energy released by nuclear reactions (fission, fusion, radioactive decay).

    a nuclear reactor
  3. 3

    Relating to a weapon that derives its force from rapid release of energy through nuclear reactions.

    a nuclear explosion
  4. 4

    (by extension, metaphoric, of a solution or response) Involving an extreme course of action.

    nuclear option, nuclear solution
  5. 5

    Pertaining to the nucleus of a cell.

  6. 6

    Pertaining to a centre around which something is developed or organised; central, pivotal.

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