Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or derived from the nucleus of an atom

“The nuclear power plant is a major source of electricity for the city.”

2. noun

the nucleus of an atom, especially in relation to its mass number and charge

“The nuclear physicist studied the properties of the nucleus.”

3. noun

a power plant that generates electricity by nuclear fission or nuclear fusion

“The nuclear facility is located on the outskirts of the city.”

4. noun

a highly destructive explosive device, especially one that uses nuclear fission or nuclear fusion

“The nuclear bomb was dropped on the city during the war.”

5. noun

a highly radioactive substance, especially one that is the result of nuclear fission or nuclear fusion

“The nuclear waste was stored in a special container to prevent radiation.”

6. verb

to split or cause to split the nucleus of an atom, especially in relation to nuclear fission

“The nuclear reaction was triggered by the collision of the two particles.”