Meaning of the word fainting in English

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

fainting

US /ˈfeɪn.tɪŋ/
UK /ˈfeɪn.tɪŋ/

Noun

a sudden, brief loss of consciousness due to insufficient blood flow to the brain

Example:
She had a sudden spell of fainting after standing for too long.
The doctor investigated the cause of her recurrent fainting.

Adjective

feeling weak, dizzy, and as if you are about to lose consciousness

Example:
She felt fainting and had to sit down quickly.
The heat made him feel fainting and nauseous.