Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of blocking out light, especially to darken a room for sleeping

“She pulled down the shades for a blockout during her afternoon nap.”

2. verb

to darken or block out light, especially to make a room for sleeping

“The curtains can be drawn to blockout the morning sunlight.”

3. noun

a period of time when a theater or other performance space is not used for performances due to a strike or other labor dispute

“The blockout of the theater led to a significant loss in revenue for the producers.”

4. noun

a period of time when a particular activity or event is not allowed or is cancelled

“The blockout of the concert due to bad weather was disappointing for the fans.”