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| brown·out [ brówn òwt ] (plural brown·outs) |
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| Definition: |
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1. dimming of lights: a dimming of lights or reduction in the use of electrical appliances in a city or region, especially as an economy measure
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2. power reduction: a temporary reduction in electrical power caused by high consumer demand or by a technical malfunction
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3. lapse of concentration: a temporary lapse of concentration or focus
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| [Mid-20th century. After blackout] |
