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blackouts

The correct spelling is blackouts.

How to pronounce blackouts

noun

IPA: /ˈblækaʊts/

Say it like: Bla-kow-ts

The correct spelling is blackouts. 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. 1.A temporary loss of consciousness.
  2. 2.A temporary loss of memory.
  3. 3.An instance of censorship, especially a temporary one.
  4. 4.A large-scale power failure, and resulting loss of electricity to consumers.
  5. 5.The mandatory blocking of all light emanating from buildings as imposed during World War II.

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