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blackout noun

  /ˈblæk.aʊt/ , /ˈblæk.ʌʊt/
  • A large-scale power failure, and resulting loss of electricity to consumers.
 stroomstoring
  • A temporary loss of consciousness.
 bewustzijnsverlies
  • A temporary loss of memory.
 geheugengat, geheugenverlies, zwart gat
  • (historical) The mandatory blocking of all light emanating from buildings, as well as outdoor and street lighting as a measure against aerial bombing or naval attack, as imposed during, e.g., World War II.
 verduistering
blackout curtain
verduisterend gordijn
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