Nuclear Weapon (Noun)
Meaning
A weapon of mass destruction whose explosive power derives from a nuclear reaction.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The use of nuclear weapons has been heavily restricted by international law due to their devastating potential.
- A key aspect of national security in many countries is the development and control of nuclear weapons.
- The invention of the hydrogen bomb, a type of nuclear weapon, significantly increased the destructive power available to nations.
- The potential for nuclear proliferation – the spread of nuclear weapons to more countries – is a pressing international concern.
- The production and possession of nuclear weapons is subject to numerous laws and international agreements.