Definitions
There are 15 meanings of the word
Screens.
Screens - as a noun
A white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
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A protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight
Example: "They had just moved in and had not put up blinds yet"
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The display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube
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A covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
Example: "A screen of trees afforded privacy"
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A protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame
Example: "They put screens in the windows for protection against insects"
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The personnel of the film industry
Example: "A star of stage and screen"
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A strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
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Partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space
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Screens - as a verb
Test or examine for the presence of disease or infection
Example: "Screen the blood for the hiv virus"
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Examine methodically
Example: "Screen the suitcases"
Examine in order to test suitability
Example: "Screen these samples"
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Project onto a screen for viewing
Example: "Screen a film"
Prevent from entering
Example: "Block out the strong sunlight"
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Example Sentences
"She spends too much time staring at screens."
"The movie was shown on multiple screens in the theater."
"He installed screens on all the windows to keep out bugs."
"The computer programmer was responsible for designing user interfaces and creating screens."
"The screens at the airport display the arrival and departure information."
Word Game Points
Is SCREENS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, screens is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCREENS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is SCREENS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, screens is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCREENS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SCREENS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, screens is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCREENS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
