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blackout

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blackout /black·out/ (-out) loss of vision and momentary lapse of consciousness due to diminished circulation to the brain and retina.
alcoholic blackout  anterograde amnesia experienced by alcoholics during episodes of drinking, even when not fully intoxicated; indicative of early, reversible brain damage.
black·out (blkout)
n.
1. Temporary loss of consciousness due to decreased blood flow to the brain.
2. Temporary loss of memory.
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.
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