nuclear deterrence

Meaning of word nuclear deterrence from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

nuclear deterrence noun

Meaning : The military doctrine that an enemy will be deterred from using nuclear weapons as long as he can be destroyed as a consequence.

Example : When two nations both resort to nuclear deterrence the consequence could be mutual destruction.

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