Brownout (Noun)
Meaning
Darkness resulting from the extinction of lights (as in a city invisible to enemy aircraft).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- During World War II, several large cities in Europe experienced frequent brownouts to conceal their locations from enemy bombers.
- The government ordered a brownout in all major cities to minimize the risk of aerial bombing raids.
- City officials initiated a brownout to conserve energy and provide an added layer of protection from enemy aircraft.
- A brownout was imposed on all major metropolitan areas to obscure the city lights and avoid detection by enemy aircraft.
- In an effort to remain inconspicuous to the enemy, the city implemented a brownout that lasted for several weeks.