BROWNOUT
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of BROWNOUT
A period of low alternating current line voltage, causing a reduction in illumination
"When demand for electricity exceeds the available supply, a brownout occurs."
Temporary dimming of vision, usually with a brown hue and accompanied by loss of peripheral vision or tunnel vision.
"On rising suddenly from her chair she experienced a brownout and had to sit down again quickly."
Temporary closing of a fire station, usually due to budget restrictions.
"Fire departments across the country have been forced to rely on rolling brownouts because of the recession."
Examples of BROWNOUT in a Sentence
- "When demand for electricity exceeds the available supply, a brownout occurs."
- "On rising suddenly from her chair she experienced a brownout and had to sit down again quickly."
- "Fire departments across the country have been forced to rely on rolling brownouts because of the recession."
Word Details
Is BROWNOUT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BROWNOUT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BROWNOUT uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BROWNOUT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | r | o | w | n | o | u | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BROWNOUT
100 words from the letters in BROWNOUT
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How to Use BROWNOUT in Word Games
BROWNOUT is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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