noun Download 🔗Share A period of low alternating current line voltage, causing a reduction in illumination Examples : "When demand for electricity exceeds the available supply, a brownout occurs." utility energy electric technology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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noun Download 🔗Share Temporary closing of a fire station, usually due to budget restrictions. Examples : "Fire departments across the country have been forced to rely on rolling brownouts because of the recession." government service police Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A power outage during the day; distinguished from a blackout, which occurs at night Examples : ""During the summer heatwave, the city experienced several brownouts, forcing many businesses to close early." " utility energy disaster electric Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A blackout, regardless of time of day. Examples : ""The city experienced several brownouts last summer, causing flickering lights and disruptions to our work." " utility disaster energy electric Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading