Phrase guide

dead spot

noun · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

An area that has no radio (or wi-fi) reception.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A part of a scene that has insufficient lighting.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: broadcasting, cinematography, film, media, television

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noun

Meaning 3

A location around an earthquake epicentre that is prone to earthquake.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: geography, geology, natural-sciences, seismology

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Synonyms: blind spot, blind zone

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 4

The flaw of building that cannot be seen when collapsing because poor structure, built not according specified standards, or not earthquake-proof.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: architecture

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: blind spot

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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