fusion rocket

noun

A rocket engine that uses nuclear fusion reactions for propulsive force.

Meanings

nounfusion rocket (plural fusion rockets)

plural fusion rockets

  1. space flightaerospaceA rocket engine that uses nuclear fusion reactions for propulsive force.
  2. space flightaerospaceA spacecraft having a fusion reactor that powers the rocket.
  3. space flightaerospaceA nuclear-pulse rocket that uses thermonuclear bombs to supply propulsive force.
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