Screen Definition & Meaning
screen
- noun
- a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
- a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight; "they had just moved in and had not put up blinds yet"
- 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 screen of trees afforded privacy"; "under cover of darkness"; "the brush provided a covert for game"; "the simplest concealment is to match perfectly the color of the background"
- a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame; "they put screens in the windows for protection against insects"; "a metal screen protected the observers"
- the personnel of the film industry; "a star of stage and screen"
- a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
- 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"
- 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"
- examine methodically; "screen the suitcases"
- examine in order to test suitability; "screen these samples"; "screen the job applicants"
- project onto a screen for viewing; "screen a film"
- prevent from entering; "block out the strong sunlight"
- separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff
- protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
"Screen" in song lyrics
See how screen is used in real songs:
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"Low Beneen flex like, Bo on a movie screen"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo — Trouble to MC's -
"while etching your image upon my screen"
2Mex — Alive-a-Cation -
"Got TVs in the head rest with the big wide screen"
504 Boyz f/ Lil' Romeo, Magic — Tight Whips
Words that rhyme with screen
Usage tips for "screen"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "screen" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for screen to find words that pair well.