Projector

/prəˈdʒɛk.tər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A device that projects an image or video onto a surface, typically used for presentations or screenings.

The teacher used a projector to display the presentation to the entire class.

A person or organization that plans or executes a particular project.

As the lead projector of the community program, she coordinated logistics and resources.

From Latin 'proicere' meaning 'to throw forth.'

slide projector

A device specifically designed to project slides or photographic images onto a screen.

overhead projector

A device that projects images onto a screen from a transparent sheet.

digital projector

A modern projector that uses digital inputs to display images.

image

A representation of the external form of a person or thing in art.

projection

The act of projecting or the condition of being projected.

display

To present information visually to an audience.

Proj

Let's get the proj set up to start the meeting.

Big screen

We're watching the game on the big screen tonight!