Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dim-out

noun
/dɪm aʊt/
Definition
A dim-out is a deliberate reduction of light, typically during specific times as part of a safety or regulatory measure.
Examples
  • During the wartime blackout, the city implemented a dim-out to protect its residents.
  • The theater requested a dim-out of the stage lights before the performance started.
  • As part of the energy-saving initiative, the office adopted a dim-out policy after 7 PM.
Meaning
It refers to an action where lights are dimmed or turned off to decrease visibility, often to avoid detection or to conserve energy.
Synonyms
  • blackout
  • light reduction
  • low-light condition