missing time
The term "missing time" is used in various fields to describe unaccounted periods, often linked to memory gaps or unproductive intervals.
Definition
C1Psychology
(technical, clinical)A period that an individual cannot remember, often due to memory loss or altered perception.
Example
- After the accident, she experienced missing time and couldn't recall what happened for several hours.
C2Parapsychology
(technical, paranormal)A phenomenon where individuals report gaps in their memory, often associated with alien abductions.
Example
- He described an episode of missing time, which he later attributed to an alien encounter.
B2Management
(technical, business)An operational metric indicating the total amount of time unassigned to any productive task.
Example
- The report showed significant missing time, suggesting inefficiencies in the workflow.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "missing time":
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