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brownout

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brown·out  (brounout)
n.
A reduction or cutback in electric power, especially as a result of a shortage, a mechanical failure, or overuse by consumers.
[brown + (black)out.]
brownout [ˈbraʊnˌaʊt]
n Chiefly US
1. (Engineering / Electrical Engineering) a dimming or reduction in the use of electric lights in a city, esp to conserve electric power or as a defensive precaution in wartime
2. (Engineering / Electrical Engineering) a temporary reduction in electrical power Compare blackout [3]
3. (Electronics & Computer Science / Computer Science) a temporary slowing down of the workings of the Internet caused when too many users attempt to access it at the same time
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.brownout - darkness resulting from the extinction of lights (as in a city invisible to enemy aircraft)
dimout, blackout
aircraft - a vehicle that can fly
dark, darkness - absence of light or illumination


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