nuclear in English: Using the huge energy stored inside atoms; also, to do with the centre of an atom. (adjective)

Translation

Using the huge energy stored inside atoms; also, to do with the centre of an atom.

Word origin

From Latin nucleus, meaning kernel or the small centre of a nut.

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"Nuclear power" is electricity made from the energy inside atoms.

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"Nuclear weapons" are bombs that use this energy.

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"Nuclear" is an adjective, so it always sits before a noun like energy or power.

power

The strength or right to do something or to control others.

energy

The power to work, move, or be active.

bomb

A weapon that blows up and destroys the things around it.

weapon

A thing made for fighting, such as a gun or a knife.

war

A time of fighting between countries or large groups of people.

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