Associations to the word «Thermonuclear»

Wiktionary

THERMONUCLEAR, adjective. Of, or relating to the fusion of atomic nuclei at high temperatures.
THERMONUCLEAR, adjective. Of, or relating to the use of atomic weapons based on such fusion, especially as distinguished from those based on fission.
THERMONUCLEAR WEAPON, noun. A weapon whose power is derived from nuclear fusion at high temperature
THERMONUCLEAR WEAPONS, noun. Plural of thermonuclear weapon

Dictionary definition

THERMONUCLEAR, adjective. Using nuclear weapons based on fusion as distinguished from fission.

Wise words

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