nounπShareA temporary loss of consciousness."The doctor is trying to find out what causes her frequent blackouts. "medicinephysiologybodydiseaseconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA temporary loss of memory."The doctor asked about the patient's recent blackouts, as she couldn't remember what happened before arriving at the hospital. "medicinemindbodydiseaseChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn instance of censorship, especially a temporary one."media blackout"mediapoliticsgovernmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA large-scale power failure, and resulting loss of electricity to consumers.""The repairs at the Koeberg Power Station in the Western Cape were on schedule for completion in the third week of May. This follows huge blackouts related to the problems at the power supplier since November. Weekend Argus May 13/14 2006 p.5."utilitydisastereventconditiontechnologyelectricenergyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe mandatory blocking of all light emanating from buildings as imposed during World War II."During World War II, coastal cities practiced blackouts to prevent enemy ships from spotting them at night. "warhistorygovernmentmilitaryactionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
