Screen
01
屏幕, 显示器
the flat panel on a television, computer, etc. on which images and information are displayed
例子
During the presentation, the speaker shared his screen with the audience.
在演示期间，演讲者与观众分享了他的屏幕。
I adjusted the brightness of the screen to reduce eye strain.
我调整了屏幕的亮度以减少眼睛疲劳。
02
屏幕, 银幕
the large, white surface on which movies or pictures are projected
例子
The cinema 's screen displayed a captivating 3D movie.
电影院的屏幕放映了一部引人入胜的3D电影。
The school auditorium had a massive screen for special presentations.
学校礼堂有一个巨大的屏幕用于特殊演示。
03
a device for sifting or separating materials by size, typically made of wire mesh or perforated metal
例子
Flour must be sifted through a screen before use.
They used a metal screen to filter gravel.
04
a systematic procedure used to detect the presence of a disease or condition in an individual or population
例子
A blood screen showed elevated cholesterol levels.
She went for her annual vision screen.
05
something that hides, protects, or disguises what is behind it
例子
The bushes formed a natural screen around the house.
The smoke acted as a screen from the enemy's view.
06
屏幕, 显示器
the visual data shown on a smartphone or computer monitor or display
例子
Scrolling down the page reveals a lengthy screen of text.
向下滚动页面会显示一长串屏幕文本。
Swiping left or right navigates through different screens of the app.
向左或向右滑动可以浏览应用程序的不同屏幕。
07
a netted covering, usually framed, designed to block insects, debris, or small particles while allowing air or light to pass through
例子
The door screen was torn near the bottom.
He replaced the old window screen with a new mesh.
08
a decorative or functional partition used to divide space or provide privacy
例子
A folding screen separated the dressing area.
The ornate screen matched the antique furniture.
09
the collective personnel or activity associated with filmmaking and cinema
例子
She was a star of the silent screen.
The screen has seen many iconic performances.
10
an ornate partition, often of wood or stone, separating parts of a church such as the nave, choir, or altar
例子
The choir was hidden behind a carved wooden screen.
The stone screen dated back to the 14th century.
to screen
01
筛查, 检查
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
例子
The doctor screened the patient for any signs of infection.
医生筛查了病人是否有任何感染迹象。
The school nurse screened students for symptoms of illness before allowing them to return to class after an outbreak of the flu.
在流感爆发后，学校护士在允许学生返回课堂之前对他们进行了疾病症状的筛查。
02
放映, 播放
to show a video or film in a movie theater or on TV
Transitive: to screen a video or film
例子
The cinema will screen the highly anticipated movie this weekend.
电影院将在本周末放映备受期待的电影。
The television network will screen the documentary on environmental conservation next week.
电视网络将在下周播放关于环境保护的纪录片。
03
保护, 屏蔽
to shield or protect someone from potential harm or discomfort
Transitive: to screen from harm or discomfort
例子
The sunscreen helps to screen your skin from harmful UV rays when you're out in the sun.
防晒霜有助于在阳光下保护你的皮肤免受有害紫外线的伤害。
The thick foliage screened the hikers from the scorching heat of the sun during their trek.
茂密的树叶在徒步旅行期间遮挡了徒步者免受太阳的炙热。
04
屏幕, 掩护
to strategically position oneself between an opponent and their intended target, obstructing their movement or view
Transitive: to screen an opponent
例子
In basketball, the player screened the defender to create space for his teammate to take a shot.
在篮球中，球员掩护了防守者，为队友创造了投篮空间。
The offensive lineman screened the linebacker to give the quarterback more time to throw the ball.
进攻线锋阻挡了线卫，为四分卫争取了更多时间投球。
05
筛, 过滤
to pass a substance through a sieve or similar tool to separate finer particles from coarser ones
Transitive: to screen a substance
例子
The baker screened the flour to remove any lumps and ensure a smooth texture for the dough.
面包师筛了面粉，以去除任何结块并确保面团的质地光滑。
The gardener screened the soil to remove rocks and debris before planting the seeds.
园丁在播种前筛了土壤以去除石头和碎片。
06
筛选, 评估
to assess or scrutinize something carefully to test its suitability
Transitive: to screen sb/sth
例子
The hiring manager screened the job applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position.
招聘经理筛选了工作申请，以确定该职位最合格的候选人。
The admissions committee screened the applicants' academic records to determine their eligibility for the scholarship.
招生委员会审查了申请人的学术记录，以确定他们是否有资格获得奖学金。
