nuclear power

[noo-klee-er pou-er, nyoo-]

noun

1. power derived from nuclear energy.

nuclear power

noun

1. Also called: atomic power. power, esp electrical or motive, produced by a nuclear reactor

nuclear power

1. The electrical power generated by a nuclear reactor.

Pronunciation Note

See nuclear ( def. ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of nuclear power¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

While physical interception is required in a combat zone, it may not be the best approach when dealing with drones hovering over a crowded stadium or a nuclear power plant, said Strobel.

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"The only way you take back control of our energy is with this government's clean energy mission, with record investment in renewables and nuclear power."

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Gas plants are also less expensive and quicker to build than nuclear power.

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Buzzy nuclear power stocks may have found a new narrative to keep their rally going: Defense contracting.

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Another theme is nuclear power, which has had a renaissance in people’s minds.

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Related Words

• atomic energy