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noun
A type of nuclear reactor which uses pressurized light water as a neutron moderator and coolant.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
a nuclear reactor that uses water as a coolant and moderator; the steam produced can drive a steam turbine
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: PWR
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Broader terms: water-cooled reactor
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