blackout (redirected from alcoholic blackout)

blackout /black·out/ (-out) loss of vision and momentary lapse of consciousness due to diminished circulation to the brain and retina.

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alcoholic blackout  anterograde amnesia experienced by alcoholics during episodes of drinking, even when not fully intoxicated; indicative of early, reversible brain damage.

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black·out (blkout)

n.

1. Temporary loss of consciousness due to decreased blood flow to the brain.

2. Temporary loss of memory.

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blackout,

n the brief impairment of short- and long-term memory occurring during episodes of excessive alcohol consumption or of other substance abuse; consciousness is retained.