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SCREEN

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[noun] a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
Synonyms: silver projection
[noun] something that keeps things out or hinders sight; "they had just moved in and had not put up blinds yet"
Synonyms: blind
[noun] display on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube on which is electronically created
Synonyms: CRT
[noun] a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something; "they crouched behind the screen"; "under cover of darkness"
Synonyms: cover, covert, concealment
[noun] protective covering consisting of a metallic netting mounted in a frame and covering windows or doors (especially for protection against insects)
[noun] a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
Synonyms: sieve
[noun] a door that is a screen to keep insects from entering a building through the open door; "he heard the screen slam as she left"
Synonyms: door
[noun] 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"
Synonyms: test
[verb] examine methodically; "screen the suitcases"
[verb] examine in order to test suitability; "screen these samples"; "screen the job applicants"
Synonyms: out, sieve, sort
[verb] project onto a screen for viewing; "screen a film"
[verb] prevent from entering; "block out the strong sunlight"
Synonyms: block out
[verb] separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff
Synonyms: riddle
[verb] protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
Synonyms: shield

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