Meaning & Definition of word "Blackout"

Blackout

/ˈblækaʊt/

1. A period during which the lights are turned off or a temporary loss of electrical power.
- Example: The city experienced a blackout due to a severe storm.
2. A complete or near-complete suppression of information or the media coverage of an event.
- Example: The government imposed a blackout on news about the military operation.
3. A loss of consciousness or memory, especially for a short period.
- Example: He suffered a blackout after drinking too much at the party.

1. To extinguish the lights or turn off electrical power.
- Example: The crew decided to blackout the stadium for the fireworks show.
2. To suppress or censor information from being disseminated.
- Example: The organization chose to blackout reports about the scandal.

The term 'blackout' originates from the early 20th century, combining 'black' meaning absence of light and 'out' indicating a lack of visibility.

blackout period:

A time when power or service is completely disabled.

total blackout:

A situation where no light is visible, usually from all sources.

blackout drunk:

Referring to a state of heavy intoxication where the person does not remember events.

faint:

A sudden loss of consciousness.

dim-out:

A gradual decrease of lights, often for security reasons.

power outage:

A period when the electricity supply is interrupted.

Meaning: Blackout drunk

Example Sentence: He got so wasted last night he was blackout drunk and didn’t remember anything.

Meaning: Blacking out

Example Sentence: She was drinking heavily and ended up blacking out at the party.