Meaning : A white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing.
Synonyms : projection screen, silver screen
Meaning : A protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight.
Example :
They had just moved in and had not put up blinds yet.
Synonyms : blind
Meaning : The display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube.
Synonyms : crt screen
Meaning : A covering that serves to conceal or shelter something.
Example :
A screen of trees afforded privacy.
Under cover of darkness.
The brush provided a covert for game.
The simplest concealment is to match perfectly the color of the background.
Synonyms : concealment, cover, covert
Meaning : A protective covering consisting of netting. Can be mounted in a frame.
Example :
They put screens in the windows for protection against insects.
A metal screen protected the observers.
Meaning : The personnel of the film industry.
Example :
A star of stage and screen.
Synonyms : filmdom, screenland
Meaning : A strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles.
Synonyms : sieve
Meaning : Partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space.
Meaning : Test or examine for the presence of disease or infection.
Example :
Screen the blood for the HIV virus.
Synonyms : test
Meaning : Examine methodically.
Example :
Screen the suitcases.
Meaning : Examine in order to test suitability.
Example :
Screen these samples.
Screen the job applicants.
Synonyms : screen out, sieve, sort
Meaning : Project onto a screen for viewing.
Example :
Screen a film.
Meaning : Separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff.
Synonyms : riddle
Meaning : Protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm.
Synonyms : shield