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thermonuclear

  • adjective
  • /ˌθɜː.məʊˈnjuːk.liː.ə/

Of, or relating to the fusion of atomic nuclei at high temperatures.

Other meanings

  1. Of, or relating to the use of atomic weapons based on such fusion, especially as distinguished from those based on fission.

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