1. plural of blinding; instances or acts of causing someone to lose sight or vision
Usage: often used in medical, legal, or historical contexts
2. plural of blinding; materials or substances used to obscure or block light or vision
Usage: construction or technical usage

Examples

• The report documented several cases of blindings caused by industrial accidents.
• Medieval texts describe blindings as a form of punishment in some societies.
• The construction crew applied blindings to prevent light from entering the sealed chamber.
• Protective blindings were installed to shield workers from the bright welding arc.
• The charity works to prevent blindings from preventable diseases in developing countries.