nonnuclear
Americanadjective
Pronunciation
See nuclear.
Etymology
Origin of nonnuclear
Example Sentences
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If I remembered correctly, and I almost always remembered correctly, it was called Minor Scale, and it was the largest nonnuclear explosion ever detonated.
From Literature
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Oman and Qatar are working to organize a regional summit to discuss the nonnuclear issues, Arab officials said.
It may be possible for Hanwha to build the nonnuclear parts of the submarine, while turning to outside companies specializing in the nuclear portions, such as the engine room and the reactor-compartment sections, he added.
The exclusive deal with the global investment firm KKR is part of PG&E’s plan to transfer its nonnuclear power generation to a newly formed subsidiary, Pacific Generation.
From New York Times
The result was the Washington Declaration, in which Seoul pledged to remain in the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty as a nonnuclear weapons state, and the United States said it would strengthen consultations on nuclear planning with its ally.
From Seattle Times
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