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Neutron Bomb

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Noun

1. neutron bomb

atom bomb that produces lethal neutrons with less blast

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Neutron Bomb

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noun
a type of nuclear weapon designed to provide a high yield of neutrons but to cause little blast or long-lived radioactive contamination. The neutrons destroy all life in the target area, which theoretically can be entered relatively soon after the attack
. Technical name: enhanced radiation weapon

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Neutron Bomb

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a small thermonuclear warhead for battlefield use, that would release large numbers of neutrons intended to disable or kill enemy soldiers without destroying buildings, vehicles, etc.

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Neutron Bomb

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n.
A nuclear weapon designed to kill humans and other living things through the release of large numbers of neutrons but to produce little blast and thus leave physical structures relatively unharmed.

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