projector

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pro·jec·tor | \ prə-ˈjek-tər

Definition of projector

1 : one that plans a project specifically : promoter

2 : one that projects: such as

a : a device for projecting a beam of light

b : an optical instrument for projecting an image upon a surface

c : a machine for projecting motion pictures on a screen

3 : an imagined line from an object to a surface along which projection takes place

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Examples of projector in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The mini projector has built-in speakers and provides lifelike images and videos for an enjoyable viewing experience. — Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 11 Aug. 2022 At dusk, movies are shown on a wall via an old school movie projector using 35mm film and vintage drive-in speakers. — Kellie Hwang, San Francisco Chronicle, 14 July 2022 The projector—a collaboration with German camera maker Leica—features top level specs and a pleasing minimalist design. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 July 2022 This home has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and sleeps 14—and comes with a secret game room and high-screen movie projector. — oregonlive, 17 June 2022 Waveguide manufacturer Dispelix announced two partnerships, one with MicroLED manufacturer JBD and another with LBS (laser beam scanner) projector manufacturer TriLite. — Anshel Sag, Forbes, 9 June 2022 Blackwell brings in saxophonists and comedians to entertain the crowds, and when the sun goes down, the movie projector comes out, showing Toy Story and other family-friendly films. — Adam Erace, Fortune, 28 May 2022 This lively festival along the Willamette River boasts live music, a bounce house for kids and a massive projector screen for watching the games. — oregonlive, 16 July 2022 The projector is for iPhone, Phone, Laptop, PC, DVD, PS4, HDMI and USB Devices. — Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 13 July 2022 See More

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