nonproliferation

[ non-proh-lif-uh-rey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the action or practice of curbing or controlling an excessive, rapid spread:

   nonproliferation of nuclear weapons.

2. failure or refusal to proliferate, as in budding or cell division.

adjective

1. pertaining to diplomatic agreements limiting the spread of nuclear weapons.

nonproliferation

/ ˌnɒnprəˌlɪfərˈeɪʃən /

noun

1. 1. limitation of the production or spread of something, esp nuclear or chemical weapons
   2. ( as modifier )

      a nonproliferation treaty

2. failure or refusal to proliferate

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonproliferation¹

First recorded in 1960–65; non- + proliferation

Example Sentences

Stoltenberg said NATO allies committed to future discussions on topics where the two sides could make progress, including reducing space and cyber threats, increasing transparency of military exercises and nuclear nonproliferation.

From Time

Doyle said he is not certain where he will end up, though he plans to continue to work on nonproliferation and disarmament issues.

From The Daily Beast

A meaningful nuclear deal with Iran would represent a major step forward for nuclear nonproliferation.

From The Daily Beast

The Cirincione estimate also includes spending for missile defense, environmental cleanup, and nonproliferation programs.

From The Daily Beast

In this moment of nuclear crisis, with so much at stake, Obama must see who its real nonproliferation friends are.

From The Daily Beast

This latter agreement--the nonproliferation treaty--is now pending in the Senate and it has been pending there since last July.

From Project Gutenberg

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