grayout
/ˈɡreɪˌaʊt/
verb
- To lose or dim vision temporarily, or to cause such a loss of vision.
- If you stand up too quickly, you might grayout briefly.
- The bright flash grayed out her vision for several seconds.
- He grayed out for a moment after the long run.
noun
- A temporary loss or dimming of vision, often caused by reduced blood flow to the brain (e.g., from standing up too quickly).
- After standing up too fast, she experienced a grayout and had to sit down.
- He felt a grayout coming on and grabbed the railing to steady himself.
- The pilot reported a grayout during the sharp turn due to G-forces.
- A temporary reduction or interruption in electrical power, less severe than a blackout.
- The storm caused a grayout that dimmed the lights for a few seconds.
- The flickering lights signaled a grayout, but the power never fully went out.
- During the heatwave, the city experienced a grayout as demand for electricity surged.