Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Chernobyl

Proper noun

/tʃərˈnoʊbəl/

Definition

Chernobyl is the name of a city in Ukraine that is most well-known for the nuclear disaster that occurred at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 1986.

Examples

The Chernobyl disaster is considered one of the worst nuclear accidents in history.
Many people were evacuated from the Chernobyl area after the accident.
Chernobyl is now a site for scientists to study the effects of radiation on the environment.

Meaning

Chernobyl signifies not only the geographical location but also represents the catastrophic event that had lasting effects on the environment and health of many individuals.