screen (Noun) — A white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing.
screen (Noun) — A protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight. ex. "they had just moved in and had not put up screens yet"
screen (Noun) — The display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube.
screen (Noun) — A covering that serves to conceal or shelter something. ex. "a screen of trees afforded privacy"
screen (Noun) — A protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame. ex. "they put screens in the windows for protection against insects" ex. "a metal screen protected the observers"
screen (Noun) — The personnel of the film industry. ex. "a star of stage and screen"
screen (Noun) — A strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles.
screen (Noun) — 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. ex. "he heard the screen slam as she left"
screen (Noun) — Partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space.
screen (Verb) — Check for the presence of disease or infection. ex. "screen the blood for the HIV virus"
screen (Verb) — Examine methodically. ex. "screen the suitcases"
screen (Verb) — Examine in order to test suitability. ex. "screen these samples"
screen (Verb) — Project onto a screen for viewing. ex. "screen a film"
screen (Verb) — Prevent from entering. ex. "screen the strong sunlight"
screen (Verb) — Separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff.
screen (Verb) — Protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm.