Meaning Of The Word Deterrence

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Deterrence Meaning

Deterrence Definition
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What's The Definition Of Deterrence?

deterrence
uncountable noun: Deterrence is the prevention of something, especially war or crime, by having something such as weapons or punishment to use as a threat.

deterrence in American English
the act of deterring
noun: the act of deterring, esp. deterring a nuclear attack by the capacity or threat of retaliating

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