Definitions

1. noun

A period of intense snowfall or strong winds that reduces visibility to near zero, often occurring in polar or mountainous regions.

“The pilot struggled to navigate through the whiteout conditions.”

2. noun

A condition in which a person’s memory or ability to think is impaired, often due to excessive stress or trauma.

“The therapist helped her patient recover from the whiteout that followed the traumatic event.”

3. noun

A blank or white space on a page or document, often used for decoration or emphasis.

“The designer used a whiteout to create a clean and minimalist look on the magazine page.”

4. verb

To erase or cover up writing or marks with a white liquid or correction fluid.

“She whiteouted the mistake on the test with a correction pen.”