blackouts
blackouts is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, blackouts is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofblackouts
- A temporary loss of consciousness.
- A temporary loss of memory.
Synonyms: "pass out"
- An instance of censorship, especially a temporary one.
Example: "media blackout"
- A large-scale power failure, and resulting loss of electricity to consumers.
Example: ""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."
- The mandatory blocking of all light emanating from buildings as imposed during World War II.
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