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screen

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Definitions
verb

protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm

noun

the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube

noun

a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight

noun

a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame

“they put screens in the windows for protection against insects”

verb

examine methodically

“screen the suitcases”

noun

partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space

verb

project onto a screen for viewing

“screen a film”

verb

test or examine for the presence of disease or infection

“screen the blood for the HIV virus”

noun

a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

noun

a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

“a screen of trees afforded privacy”

noun

the personnel of the film industry

“a star of stage and screen”

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