Meaning of the word "power cut" in English

What does "power cut" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

power cut

US /ˈpaʊər kʌt/
UK /ˈpaʊər kʌt/

Noun

an interruption in the supply of electricity to an area

Example:
The whole neighborhood experienced a power cut last night.
We couldn't watch the movie because of a sudden power cut.