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blackoutA complete loss of power. See brownout. blackout 1. a momentary loss of consciousness, vision, or memory 2. a temporary electrical power failure or cut 3. Electronics a temporary loss of sensitivity in a valve following a short strong pulse 4. a temporary loss of radio communications between a spacecraft and earth, esp on re-entry into the earth's atmosphere How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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