Meaning of the word "nuclear weapon" in English

What does "nuclear weapon" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nuclear weapon

US /ˈnuː.kli.ər ˈwɛp.ən/
UK /ˈnjuː.kli.ər ˈwɛp.ən/

Noun

a weapon whose destructive power comes from a nuclear reaction

Example:
The country developed its first nuclear weapon in the 1960s.
The threat of nuclear weapons has shaped international relations for decades.