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Rareblackout
The correct spelling is blackout.
How to pronounce blackout
noun
IPA: /ˈblækaʊt/
Say it like: Bla-kow-t
The correct spelling is blackout. A temporary loss of consciousness. For example: "media blackout"
Usage Examples
“media blackout”
“"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.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A temporary loss of consciousness.
- 2.A temporary loss of memory.
- 3.An instance of censorship, especially a temporary one.
- 4.A large-scale power failure, and resulting loss of electricity to consumers.
- 5.The mandatory blocking of all light emanating from buildings as imposed during World War II.
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