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1. (n.) nonproliferation
the action or practice of curbing proliferation, esp. of nuclear weapons.
2. (adj.) nonproliferation
of or pertaining to nonproliferation.
Etymology: (1960–65)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) nonproliferation, non-proliferation
the prevention of something increasing or spreading (especially the prevention of an increase in the number of countries possessing nuclear weapons)
"they protested that the nonproliferation treaty was just a plot to maintain the hegemony of those who already had nuclear weapons"; "nuclear disarmament and nonproliferation are closely related goals"
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Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms |
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1. nonproliferation
Actions to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction by dissuading or impeding access to, or distribution of, sensitive technologies, material, and expertise. Also called NP. See also counterproliferation.
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