screening

(noun) the display of a motion picture. Synonyms: showing, viewing.

(noun) fabric of metal or plastic mesh.

(noun) the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it. Synonyms: cover, covering, masking. Example: "The cover concealed their guns from enemy aircraft."

(noun) testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics.

(verb) test or examine for the presence of disease or infection. Synonyms: screen, test. Example: "Screen the blood for the hiv virus."

(verb) examine methodically. Synonyms: screen. Example: "Screen the suitcases."

(verb) examine in order to test suitability. Synonyms: screen, screen out, sieve, sort. Examples: "Screen these samples." "Screen the job applicants."

(verb) project onto a screen for viewing. Synonyms: screen. Example: "Screen a film."

(verb) prevent from entering. Synonyms: screen, block out. Example: "Block out the strong sunlight."

(verb) separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff. Synonyms: riddle, screen.

(verb) protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm. Synonyms: shield, screen.