Meaning of the word obscuration in English

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

obscuration

US /ˌɑːb.skjʊˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌɑːb.skjʊˈreɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the act of preventing something from being seen or heard, or something that prevents something else from being seen or heard:

Example:
Obscuration can be obtained by the use of blackout curtains.
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