Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːlaʊt/
noun
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1radioactive particles that are carried into the atmosphere after a nuclear explosion and gradually fall back as dust or in precipitation: [as modifier]: a fallout shelter
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[usually with modifier] airborne substances resulting from an industrial process or accident: acid fallout from power stations
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2the adverse results of a situation or action: he’s prepared to take calculated risks regardless of political fallout