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nu·cle·ar
 nuclear
- pronunciation:
- nu
kli
r
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
in physics and biology, of, relating to, or being an atomic nucleus.
A proton is a nuclear particle.The nuclear membrane surrounds the nucleus of a cell. |
| definition 2: |
of, pertaining to, or using atomic nuclei.
nuclear physicsnuclear weaponsnuclear power |
| definition 3: |
of or having atomic or hydrogen bombs.
the nuclear nationsnuclear deterrencenuclear war |
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