Nuclear

/ˈn(j)u.kli.ɚ/ · adjective

Meaning

Pertaining to the nucleus of an atom..

Definitions by Sense

1. Pertaining to the nucleus of an atom.
2. Involving energy released by nuclear reactions (fission, fusion, radioactive decay).
3. Relating to a weapon that derives its force from rapid release of energy through nuclear reactions.
4. Having nuclear weapons.
5. (by extension, figurative, of a solution or response) Involving an extreme course of action, or one with severe consequences.
6. (biology) Pertaining to the nucleus of a cell.
7. (archaic) Pertaining to a centre around which something is developed or organised; central, pivotal.
8. Relating to, being of, or comprising the nuclear family.

Example Sentences

a nuclear reactor

nuclear technology

a nuclear explosion

a nuclear power

They will blame him for pursuing the ideological aim of destruction of Israel – something many Iranians don't support. They will blame him for what they perceive as a folly – his belief that achieving nuclear status would render his regime invincible.

nuclear option, nuclear solution

The states begging for aid get turned away; and sharp cuts in government employment, spending, and, eventually, pension payments are the only alternative future, beyond the nuclear solution of defaulting on our debt.

The nuclear approach is the simpler of the two. When two constraints conflict, you can kill one of them.

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• nuclears

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