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containment structure

kon-TAYN-ment STRUK-cher

kənˈteɪnmənt ˈstrʌktʃər

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containmentstructure

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reinforced steel and concrete structure surrounding a nuclear reactor to prevent release of radiation in the event of an accident or meltdown

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