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Definition of Nuclear deterrence
1. Noun. The military doctrine that an enemy will be deterred from using nuclear weapons as long as he can be destroyed as a consequence. "When two nations both resort to nuclear deterrence the consequence could be mutual destruction"
Generic synonyms: Deterrence, Doctrine, Ism, Philosophical System, Philosophy, School Of Thought
Category relationships: Armed Forces, Armed Services, Military, Military Machine, War Machine
Category relationships: Armed Forces, Armed Services, Military, Military Machine, War Machine