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Noun: atomic power  u'tó-mik 'paw(-u)r
  1. Nuclear energy regarded as a source of electricity for the power grid (for civilian use)
    "The country relies heavily on atomic power for its electricity needs";
    - nuclear power

Derived forms: atomic powers

Type of: atomic energy, nuclear energy

Encyclopedia: Atomic power