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Definition of Thermonuclear
1. Adjective. Using nuclear weapons based on fusion as distinguished from fission.
Definition of Thermonuclear
1. Adjective. Of, or relating to the fusion of atomic nuclei at high temperatures. ¹
2. Adjective. Of, or relating to the use of atomic weapons based on such fusion, especially as distinguished from those based on fission. ¹
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Definition of Thermonuclear
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Medical Definition of Thermonuclear
1. Pertaining to nuclear reactions brought about by nuclear fusion; (e.g., the fusion of hydrogen to helium at temperatures of over 100,000,000°C). (the reaction in the "hydrogen bomb"). (05 Mar 2000)