Brainlock
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Brainlock is a noun meaning (informal) The situation where a person's brain seems to freeze up, preventing them from proceeding.
Meaning
(informal) The situation where a person's brain seems to freeze up, preventing them from proceeding.
Example Sentences
Pilots worry about "brainlock" — that sickening sensation when you pull out of a vertical dive at near 200 mph and have no idea what figure comes next.
Another, more disturbing reason for no-pulls is what skydivers call brainlock. Jumping out of a plane with your heart pounding and stress hormones pumping, it's no surprise that your mind can freeze up for a few seconds.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lockout, brainlessness, lock, blankout, catatonia, paralysis.
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