screen

/skɹˈin/ · 1 syllable

Meaning

noun

a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight
“they had just moved in and had not put up blinds yet”
the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube
a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
“a screen of trees afforded privacy”
a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame
“they put screens in the windows for protection against insects”
the personnel of the film industry
“a star of stage and screen”
a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space

verb

test or examine for the presence of disease or infection
“screen the blood for the HIV virus”
examine methodically
“screen the suitcases”
examine in order to test suitability
“screen these samples”
project onto a screen for viewing
“screen a film”
prevent from entering
“block out the strong sunlight”
separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff
protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm

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