nonproliferation

[ non-proh-lif-uh-rey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the action or practice of curbing or controlling an excessive, rapid spread:

   nonproliferation of nuclear weapons.

2. failure or refusal to proliferate, as in budding or cell division.

adjective

1. pertaining to diplomatic agreements limiting the spread of nuclear weapons.

nonproliferation

/ ˌnɒnprəˌlɪfərˈeɪʃən /

noun

1. 1. limitation of the production or spread of something, esp nuclear or chemical weapons
   2. ( as modifier )

      a nonproliferation treaty

2. failure or refusal to proliferate

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonproliferation¹

First recorded in 1960–65; non- + proliferation

Example Sentences

“So much has changed since the Ukraine war, with the nonproliferation regime once managed between China, Russia and the U.S. having been considerably weakened,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

As the years passed, the idea of Sweden as a voice for peace and nuclear nonproliferation became core to Sweden’s identity.

From Seattle Times

The Kremlin has broken every peace treaty it has ever signed with Ukraine and every nuclear nonproliferation agreement it has signed with the United States.

From Los Angeles Times

They also urged all Security Council members to overcome their prolonged silence and uphold the nuclear nonproliferation regime.

From Seattle Times

A brief State Department notice described the exchange on Monday as “constructive” and “a candid and in-depth discussion on issues related to arms control and nonproliferation.”

From Washington Times

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