Screen

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NOUN

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

a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight

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 protective covering consisting of netting

the personnel of the film industry

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

examine methodically

examine in order to test suitability

project onto a screen for viewing

prevent from entering

separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff

protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm

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