Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [blahynd spot]
- /blaɪnd spɒt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [blahynd spot]
- /blaɪnd spɒt/
Definitions of blind-spot word
- noun blind-spot Also called blind spot. an area in which radio or cell phone signals are weak and their reception poor. 1
- noun blind-spot blind spot (def 4). 1
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Origin of blind-spot
First appearance:
before 1860 One of the 29% newest English words
First recorded in 1860-65
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Blind-spot
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
blind-spot popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 37% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for blind-spot
noun blind-spot
- dead spot — Also called blind spot. an area in which radio or cell phone signals are weak and their reception poor.
- obstruction — something that obstructs, blocks, or closes up with an obstacle or obstacles; obstacle or hindrance: obstructions to navigation.
- deficiency — Deficiency in something, especially something that your body needs, is not having enough of it.
- drawback — a hindrance or disadvantage; an undesirable or objectionable feature.
- fault — a defect or imperfection; flaw; failing: a fault in the brakes; a fault in one's character.
Antonyms for blind-spot
noun blind-spot
- strength — the quality or state of being strong; bodily or muscular power; vigor.
- strong point — Bridge. a long suit that contains high cards.
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