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blockout

blockout

7.0
A time when a TV or online show is not available in some places
  • noun
  • /ˈblɑːkaʊt/
translation icon : bloqueo
  • Fans were disappointed by the unexpected blockout of the championship game on local television.

Examples

  • The blockout affected all cable channels.

  • There was a blockout during the game.

  • Due to licensing agreements, there was a blockout of the live concert in some countries.

  • The streaming service announced a blockout for certain movies during the holiday season.

  • The concert was canceled due to a blockout of the transmission signal.

  • During the big tournament, there will be a blockout period for all non-sponsors.

  • The television station announced a blockout for the live baseball game coverage.

Synonyms

blackout
vsblockout
11 6.0

A short time when radio or TV stops broadcasting

covers many services or events not limited to broadcasting
lockout
vsblockout
  • Specialized
8 4.9

A temporary block on a user account after too many failed logins

is a scheduled restriction that affects services not just accounts

Antonyms

access
∞ 2.6

The right to enter and use something like a building or online service

availability
114 2.4

Something that people can use or get when they need it

How Restricted

blockout
7.0
gating
7.1
restricted
18 3.9
permissioned
  • Specialized
7.7
access
∞ 2.6

Surface Forms

blockout singular
blockouts plural

Etymology

Blockout comes from joining block (to put in the way or 'stop') and out ('from view' or 'away'). So a blockout is when a show or service is stopped on purpose and not shown in some places.