projector
1 of 1noun/prə.ˈʤɛk.tər/
Forms:projectors
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a device used for making images or videos appear on a screen, wall, or other flat surfaces
C1Learn more on WikipediaA projector is a device used to display images or videos onto a large screen or surface. It works by shining light through a lens or digital system to project the image onto a surface. Projectors are commonly used in settings like movie theaters, classrooms, and presentations to show visual content to a larger audience. They can handle various types of media, including films, slides, and digital files, and are valued for their ability to produce large, clear images that are easily visible to many people.
- The classroom was equipped with a state-of-the-art projector, allowing teachers to display educational videos and presentations.
- They set up a projector in the backyard for an outdoor movie night, casting larger-than-life images onto a white sheet hung between trees.
- The conference room had a ceiling-mounted projector for business presentations, ensuring clear visibility for all attendees.
- He brought his portable projector to the camping trip, turning the side of the tent into a makeshift movie theater under the stars.
- The art installation used projectors to project images onto the walls of the gallery, creating an immersive visual experience for visitors.
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an optical device that emits or directs a beam of light
- The lighthouse projector guided ships safely to shore.
- Firefighters used a powerful projector to illuminate the disaster site.
- The stadium's projector lit the field for the evening match.
- The projector cast a narrow beam across the stage.
- Engineers tested the projector for maximum light output.