전력 공급이 중단되어 불이 꺼진 상태
A failure of electrical power supply over a specific area.
예문:
"The massive blackout left the entire city in darkness for six hours."
"Hospitals use backup generators to maintain power during a blackout."
정부나 언론에 의해 정보 유통이 통제되는 상황
The suppression or withholding of information, especially by a government or the media.
예문:
"The government imposed a total news blackout regarding the ongoing military operation."
"Despite the media blackout, rumors about the scandal spread quickly online."
일시적으로 의식을 잃거나 기억이 끊기는 현상
A temporary loss of consciousness or memory, often caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure or excessive alcohol consumption.
예문:
"He experienced a brief blackout after standing up too quickly."
"Alcohol-induced blackouts can lead to significant gaps in memory."
적의 공습에 대비하여 불빛이 밖으로 새어 나가지 않도록 통제함
A period during a war when all lights must be extinguished or covered to prevent detection by enemy aircraft.
예문:
"During the air raids, citizens were strictly ordered to observe the nightly blackout."
"Thick curtains were used to ensure no light escaped during the wartime blackout."
장면 전환이나 연극 종료를 위해 무대의 불을 모두 끔
A sudden turning off of all stage lights to end a scene or facilitate a set change.
예문:
"The first act ended with a dramatic blackout and thunderous applause."
"Stagehands moved the furniture quickly during the brief blackout between scenes."
무선 통신이나 전파 신호가 일시적으로 끊기는 현상
A temporary loss of radio or telecommunication signals.
예문:
"Mission control waited anxiously during the five-minute communication blackout."
"Solar flares can cause a radio blackout that affects satellite navigation."
특정 서비스 이용이나 혜택 적용이 제한되는 기간
A period during which certain actions, such as using rewards points, are prohibited.
예문:
"The airline's loyalty program has several blackout dates during the holiday season."
"Investors are subject to a blackout period before the company's earnings report."