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nuclear power

–noun
power derived from nuclear energy.
Also called atomic power.


Origin:
1925–30
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nuclear power  
n.  
  1. Power, especially electricity, the source of which is nuclear fission or fusion.

  2. A nation or group possessing nuclear weapons.

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nuclear power

The electrical power generated by a nuclear reactor.

The American Heritage® New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition
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