'nuclear energy' definitions:
Definition of 'nuclear energy'
From: WordNet
noun
The energy released by a nuclear reaction [syn: atomic energy, nuclear energy]
Definition of 'nuclear energy'
From: GCIDE
- nuclear energy \nuclear energy\ n. Energy derived from nuclear reactions; -- used at present especially of electrical power generated in atomic reactors, but encompassing also fusion energy.
- Syn: atomic energy, atomic power, nuclear energy, nuclear power. [WordNet 1.5]