projector

noun

pro·​jec·​tor prə-ˈjek-tər How to pronounce projector (audio)
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

Examples of projector in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web For movie nights, the usual big-screen TV was swapped for a more discreet projector and drop-down screen. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 29 Feb. 2024 The show features more than 100 projectors that will display the art across three digital galleries. The Indianapolis Star, 27 Feb. 2024 There are also indirect ways to view the eclipse like through a homemade pinhole projector. Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2024 All Equinox models have slim daytime running lights mounted high in in the nose, with projector headlights below. Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 23 Jan. 2024 Warby Parker has also provided a guide on how to DIY your own pinhole projector if you aren’t located near a store. John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Mar. 2024 Special eclipse glasses or pinhole projectors are required to safely view solar eclipses and prevent eye damage. Denise Chow, NBC News, 26 Feb. 2024 The developers of three laser projectors—digital cinema projectors that use laser light to boost brightness and contrast compared with earlier xenon lamp technology—were recognized, with Michael Mann saying in a video clip that this helps to present a filmmaker’s intent on the screen. Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 24 Feb. 2024 Your teen will enjoy instantly transforming their bedroom with this night sky light projector and white noise machine. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1596, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of projector was in 1596

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“Projector.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/projector. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

projector

noun
pro·​jec·​tor prə-ˈjek-tər How to pronounce projector (audio)
: a machine for projecting an image or pictures upon a surface
a motion-picture projector
a slide projector

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