Noun
1. a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
2. something that keeps things out or hinders sight;
"they had just moved in and had not put up blinds yet"3. display on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube on which is electronically created
4. a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something;
"they crouched behind the screen""under cover of darkness"5. protective covering consisting of a metallic netting mounted in a frame and covering windows or doors (especially for protection against insects)
6. a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
7. 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"8. partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space
Verb
1. test or examine for the presence of disease or infection;
"screen the blood for the HIV virus"2. examine methodically;
"screen the suitcases"3. examine in order to test suitability;
"screen these samples""screen the job applicants"4. project onto a screen for viewing;
"screen a film"5. prevent from entering;
"block out the strong sunlight"6. separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff
7. protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm