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Screen
01
écran
the flat panel on a television, computer, etc. on which images and information are displayed
Exemples
I adjusted the brightness of the screen to reduce eye strain.
J'ai ajusté la luminosité de l'écran pour réduire la fatigue oculaire.
02
écran
the large, white surface on which movies or pictures are projected
Exemples
The school auditorium had a massive screen for special presentations.
L'auditorium de l'école avait un écran massif pour les présentations spéciales.
03
écran cathodique
the visual data shown on a smartphone or computer monitor or display
Exemples
Swiping left or right navigates through different screens of the app.
04
a device for sifting or separating materials by size, typically made of wire mesh or perforated metal
Exemples
They used a metal screen to filter gravel.
05
test de dépistage
a systematic procedure used to detect the presence of a disease or condition in an individual or population
Exemples
She went for her annual vision screen.
06
something that hides, protects, or disguises what is behind it
Exemples
The smoke acted as a screen from the enemy's view.
07
a netted covering, usually framed, designed to block insects, debris, or small particles while allowing air or light to pass through
Exemples
He replaced the old window screen with a new mesh.
08
a decorative or functional partition used to divide space or provide privacy
Exemples
The ornate screen matched the antique furniture.
09
the collective personnel or activity associated with filmmaking and cinema
Exemples
The screen has seen many iconic performances.
10
jubé
an ornate partition, often of wood or stone, separating parts of a church such as the nave, choir, or altar
Exemples
The stone screen dated back to the 14th century.
to screen
01
faire subir un test de dépistage de
to examine and test a person in order to check if they are sick or not
Transitive: to screen sb for a disease or symptom
Exemples
The school nurse screened students for symptoms of illness before allowing them to return to class after an outbreak of the flu.
L'infirmière scolaire a dépisté les élèves pour détecter des symptômes de maladie avant de les autoriser à retourner en classe après une épidémie de grippe.
02
projeter, projeter
to show a video or film in a movie theater or on TV
Transitive: to screen a video or film
Exemples
The television network will screen the documentary on environmental conservation next week.
La chaîne de télévision diffusera le documentaire sur la conservation de l'environnement la semaine prochaine.
03
protéger, abriter
to shield or protect someone from potential harm or discomfort
Transitive: to screen from harm or discomfort
Exemples
The thick foliage screened the hikers from the scorching heat of the sun during their trek.
Le feuillage épais a protégé les randonneurs de la chaleur torride du soleil pendant leur randonnée.
04
écran, faire un écran
to strategically position oneself between an opponent and their intended target, obstructing their movement or view
Transitive: to screen an opponent
Exemples
The offensive lineman screened the linebacker to give the quarterback more time to throw the ball.
Le bloqueur offensif a protégé le secondeur pour donner au quart-arrière plus de temps pour lancer le ballon.
05
tamiser, passer au tamis
to pass a substance through a sieve or similar tool to separate finer particles from coarser ones
Transitive: to screen a substance
Exemples
The gardener screened the soil to remove rocks and debris before planting the seeds.
Le jardinier a tamisé le sol pour enlever les pierres et les débris avant de planter les graines.
06
filtrer, évaluer
to assess or scrutinize something carefully to test its suitability
Transitive: to screen sb/sth
Exemples
The admissions committee screened the applicants' academic records to determine their eligibility for the scholarship.
Le comité d'admission a examiné les dossiers académiques des candidats pour déterminer leur éligibilité à la bourse.
