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Definition of Nuclear propulsion
1. Noun. The use of a nuclear reactor either to produce electricity to power an engine (as in a nuclear submarine) or to directly heat a propellant (as in nuclear rockets).
Generic synonyms: Propulsion
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1. Noun. The use of a nuclear reactor either to produce electricity to power an engine (as in a nuclear submarine) or to directly heat a propellant (as in nuclear rockets).