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darkness

/dɑːknəs/ noun · British & US
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What does darkness mean?

noun

The state of being without light; the absence of light. Darkness is often associated with fear, uncertainty, or the unknown.

Example

"The darkness of the cave made it difficult to navigate without a flashlight."

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