noun Download 🔗Share A temporary loss of consciousness. Examples : "The doctor is trying to find out what causes her frequent blackouts. " medicine physiology body disease condition Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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noun Download 🔗Share The mandatory blocking of all light emanating from buildings as imposed during World War II. Examples : "During World War II, coastal cities practiced blackouts to prevent enemy ships from spotting them at night. " war history government military action society Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading