What does fainting mean?
The act of losing consciousness, typically due to a lack of blood flow to the brain, often caused by shock, fear, or pain. A person who has fainted may fall to the ground and lose muscle tone, but they usually regain consciousness within a short time.
Example
"She fainted at the sight of blood and had to be carried out of the room."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.