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Noun: atomic energy  u'tó-mik 'e-nu(r)-jee
  1. The energy released by a nuclear reaction
    "Atomic energy can be harnessed for both peaceful and destructive purposes";
    - nuclear energy

Derived forms: atomic energies

Type of: energy, free energy

Encyclopedia: Atomic energy