blind spot; dead angle; neglected area
Meanings
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dead angle; blind spot (military)
technicalTechnical military terminology referring to areas that cannot be hit by fire or observed visually despite being within range or line of sight.
The design of this bunker leaves many dead angles.
Snipers must pay attention to the blind spots around buildings.
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From this position, there is a blind spot in the surveillance camera coverage.
noun
blind spot; neglected area; untouched region
Metaphorical extension referring to areas, groups, or aspects that have not yet been affected by trends, movements, or thorough work.
We must do our work meticulously, leaving no blind spots.
This new fashion hasn't reached the remote countryside yet; it is still a blind spot for fashion.
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The cleaning staff checked every corner of the room to ensure there were no hygiene blind spots.