pronuclear

1 of 2

adjective (1)

pro·​nu·​clear (ˌ)prō-ˈnü-klē-ər 

-ˈnyü-,

nonstandard

-kyə-lər 

: of, relating to, or resembling a pronucleus

pronuclear

2 of 2

adjective (2)

: advocating the use of nuclear-powered generating stations

Word History

Etymology

Adjective (1)

pronucleus

Adjective (2)

pro- entry 2 + nuclear

First Known Use

Adjective (1)

circa 1889, in the meaning defined above

Adjective (2)

1963, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

pronuclear

adjective

pro·​nu·​clear (ˈ)prō-ˈn(y)ü-klē-ər 

: of, relating to, or resembling a pronucleus