noun: protective covering consisting of a metallic netting mounted in a frame and covering windows or doors (especially for protection against insects)
noun: a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
Example: "They crouched behind the screen"
noun: partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space
noun: display on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube on which is electronically created
noun: a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
noun: something that keeps things out or hinders sight
noun: a door that is a screen to keep insects from entering a building through the open door
Example: "He heard the screen slam as she left"
noun: a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
verb: project onto a screen for viewing
Example: "Screen a film"
verb: examine in order to test suitability
Example: "Screen these samples"
verb: test or examine for the presence of disease or infection
Example: "Screen the blood for the HIV virus"
verb: examine methodically
Example: "Screen the suitcases"
verb: prevent from entering
verb: protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
verb: separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff
name: A surname (very rare: popularity rank in the U.S.: #21906)
