nuclear device
US: ˈnjuːkliər dɪˈvaɪs
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Definition of nuclear device - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

militaryTECH.explosive object that releases destructive energy from nuclear reactionsTECH.
  • Inspectors searched the facility for any hidden nuclear device.
  • The treaty bans testing any nuclear device in the atmosphere.
  • Intelligence reports mentioned a rogue group seeking components for a nuclear device.
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Expressions with nuclear

go nuclearv.
become enraged with an angry outburst
He might go nuclear if he hears the news.
nuclear optionn.
extreme measure considered as a last resort
The board considered the nuclear option to resolve the ongoing crisis..
nuclear umbrellan.
protection by a nuclear-armed state for its allies
The country relies on the nuclear umbrella of its ally.
nuclear thresholdn.
point where nuclear weapons might be used
The conflict reached the nuclear threshold.
nuclear warn.
war using nuclear weapons
The threat of nuclear war loomed during the Cold War.
nuclear bombn.
weapon using nuclear reactions for explosion
The country tested a nuclear bomb last year.

Expressions with device

cleaning devicen.
tool or machine for removing dirt or dust
The vacuum cleaner is a popular cleaning device.
electronic devicen.
gadget with electronic components
The electronic device stopped working after it got wet.
exercise devicen.
equipment designed for physical activity and fitness
The gym has a new exercise device for cardio workouts.
measuring devicen.
instrument used to determine size, amount, or degree
The ruler is a simple measuring device.
memory devicen.
technique to help remember information
Using acronyms is a common memory device for students.
smart devicen.
electronic item that can process data and connect to networks
Her smart device tracks sleep and sends alerts.
recording devicen.
machine that captures sound, images, or data for later use
The interview was saved using a digital recording device.
towing devicen.
piece of equipment used to pull or drag another vehicle or load
The truck's towing device can handle very heavy trailers.
birth control devicen.
device used to prevent pregnancy
She opted for a birth control device to avoid pregnancy.
electrical devicen.
apparatus powered by electrical energy
She bought a new electrical device for the kitchen.

Terms related to nuclear device

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Terms with nuclear device included in their meaning

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nuclear reactorn.
energy
device controlling nuclear reactions for energy production
nuclear testn.
military
controlled experiment involving a nuclear explosive device to study weapon effects
fission reactorn.
energy generation
device that generates energy by nuclear fission
fusion bombn.
weapon
explosive device powered by nuclear fusion
fusion reactorn.
energy production
device using nuclear fusion to produce energy
nuclear warheadn.
military
explosive device using nuclear reactions for destruction
atomic reactorn.
nuclear energy
device that initiates and maintains a controlled nuclear chain reaction
atomic reactorn.
energy production
device using nuclear fission to produce energy

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  1. French:engin nucléaire, ...
  2. German:Nuklearwaffe, ...
  3. Italian:ordigno nucleare, ...
  4. Spanish:artefacto nuclear, ...
  5. Portuguese:dispositivo nuclear, ...
  6. Chinese:核装置, ...
  7. Japanese:核兵器, ...
  8. Arabic:جِهَاز نَوَوِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:מִתְקָן גְּרְעִינִי, ...
  10. Russian:ядерное устройство, ...
  11. Ukrainian:ядерний пристрій, ...
  12. Hindi:परमाणु उपकरण, ...

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