(idea) by enkidu Fri Mar 09 2001 at 22:50:29
noun, from (mega) + (death): One million deaths
A term developed as an alternate measure of the power of a nuclear weapon. First appeared in 1953, although I have been unable to find the inventor.

Also inspired the heavy metal band, Megadeth.
I like it!

Log in or register to write something here or to contact authors.