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nukes

n. plural-only
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈnuks// UK //njˈuːks// nukes

n. nuclear weapons, such as bombs or missiles. People often use this short word when talking about the danger or politics of these powerful weapons.

n. nuclear weapons or power sources. Informal in register; frequently used in political discourse regarding disarmament or military strategy.


SIMPLE

The two countries agreed to reduce their supply of nukes.

CONTEXTUAL

Protesters gathered outside the military base to demand that the government get rid of its nukes.

COMPLEX

The documentary explores the tense diplomatic standoff during the Cold War when the threat of using nukes reached its historical peak.

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Usage

Plural form of 'nuke'; functions as a plural noun taking plural verb agreement.

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