Thermonuclear __ Was First Tested in 1952

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Culinary Arts, Group 128, Puzzle 3 (Herbs and Spices).

Question is: Thermonuclear __ Was First Tested in 1952

and the answer is: WEAPON

Word Meaning:

WEAPON — An instrument of attack or defense in combat or hunting, e.g. most guns, missiles, or swords.

Definitions from Wiktionary.

Thermonuclear __ was first tested in 1952 — CodyCross Answer | CodyCross Solutions