screen (
http://definr.com/screen)
n 1: a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected
for viewing [syn:
silver screen,
projection screen]
2: something that keeps things out or hinders sight; "they had
just moved in and had not put up blinds yet" [syn:
blind]
3: display on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray
tube on which is electronically created [syn:
CRT screen]
4: a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something;
"they crouched behind the screen"; "under cover of
darkness" [syn:
cover,
covert,
concealment]
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 [syn:
sieve]
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" [syn:
screen door]
8: partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that
serves to divide a space
v 1: test or examine for the presence of disease or infection;
"screen the blood for the HIV virus" [syn:
test]
2: examine methodically; test for suitability
3: examine in order to test suitability; "screen these
samples"; "screen the job applicants" [syn:
screen out,
sieve,
sort]
4: project onto a screen for viewing; of films
5: prevent from entering, as of light [syn:
block out]
6: separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff [syn:
riddle]
7: protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm [syn:
shield]