A temporary loss of consciousness.
The blocking out of as much light as possible.
A large-scale power failure, and resulting loss of electricity to consumers.
A temporary loss of memory.
The mandatory blocking of all light emanating from buildings, as well as outdoor and street lighting as a measure against aerial bombing or naval attack, as imposed during, e.g., World War II.
An instance of censorship, especially a temporary one.
A state of greatly dulled or completely suspended consciousness or sensibility; (particularly medicine) a chiefly mental condition marked by absence of spontaneous movement, greatly diminished responsiveness to stimulation, and usually impaired consciousness.
A state of extreme apathy or torpor resulting often from stress or shock.
To place into a stupor; to stupefy.