Non-Proliferation
/ˌnɒn-prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or policy of preventing the spread of weapons, especially nuclear weapons, to maintain international security.
The treaty focuses on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons among member states.
Forms
- non-proliferation
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Commentary
Commonly used in international law and relations, especially in treaties regulating the spread of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons.
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