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
