screen (EN)

noun, verb

noun “screen”

1. the flat surface on an electronic device where images and information are displayed
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   She spent hours staring at her phone screen.
2. a large surface where movies or images are projected
   The film was so thrilling that the audience couldn't take their eyes off the screen.
3. an object used to block an area from view or to provide shelter
   They put up a screen around the garden for privacy.
4. a mesh or net used to block insects or particles while allowing air or light through
   We installed screens on the windows to keep insects out.
5. (medicine) a medical test for detecting diseases
   He went for a cancer screen to ensure his health was fine.
6. (basketball) a move where a player blocks an opponent to help a teammate
   She set a screen to help her teammate score.
7. something used to hide or disguise something else
   The company used a charity event as a screen for its illegal activities.
8. a frame with a mesh used for separating materials by size
   The workers used a screen to separate grains from chaff.
9. a stencil on a mesh used for printing designs on fabric
   The artist used a screen to print the design onto the t-shirt.

verb “screen”

1. to examine or test for the presence of something, especially for security or health
   At the airport, they screen all passengers for prohibited items.
2. to check or evaluate someone or something to decide if they are suitable
   The school screens all volunteers working with children.
3. to show a film or image on a screen
   The new film will be screened in theaters next month.
4. to protect something (typically from light)
   She held up her hand to screen her eyes from the bright light.
5. to separate items by passing them through a screen or mesh
   The workers screened the gravel to remove larger stones.
6. (in basketball) to block an opponent to help a teammate
   He screened the defender so his teammate could shoot.