(particle physics) a candidate type of dark matter composed of particles that only interact through the strong nuclear force, one of the fundamental forces of nature, and gravity.

plural of stronglink

Part of a permissive-action link that ensures resilience to accidental activation of the weapon through physical damage, such as a ruggedized component, or munitions designed not to be circumvented by fire, vibration, etc.

A woman who demonstrates physical strength, sometimes in contests.

plural of strongwoman

(military) A fortified position; a stronghold. / (chess) A heavily defended square on the chessboard.

plural of strongman

(physics) A predicted very high energy state of matter, present in the very early universe for perhaps 10⁻³⁶ seconds after the Big Bang, when strong, weak, electromagnetic, and gravitational forces were undistinguished.

plural of strongpoint

Alternative spelling of strongyle