screens

screen[ skri:nz ]

• n.
  • a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing

    同义词：silver screenprojection screen

  • something that keeps things out or hinders sight

    同义词：blind

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

    同义词：CRT screen

  • a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

    "they crouched behind the screen"

    同义词：covercovertconcealment

  • protective covering consisting of a metallic netting mounted in a frame and covering windows or doors (especially for protection against insects)
  • a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

    同义词：sieve

  • a door that consists of a frame holding metallic or plastic netting; used to allow ventilation and to keep insects from entering a building through the open door

    "he heard the screen slam as she left"

    同义词：screen door

  • partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space
• v.
  • test or examine for the presence of disease or infection

    "screen the blood for the HIV virus"

    同义词：test

  • examine methodically

    "screen the suitcases"

  • examine in order to test suitability

    "screen these samples"; "screen the job applicants"

    同义词：screen outsievesort

  • project onto a screen for viewing

    "screen a film"

  • prevent from entering

    同义词：block out

  • separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff

    同义词：riddle

  • protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm

    同义词：shield