Proyector (en. Projector)

/pɾoɪ̇ɛk̬toɾ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Optical device that projects images onto a surface.
The classroom projector allows presentations to be shown to all students.
El proyector del aula permite mostrar las presentaciones a todos los estudiantes.
Machine that projects films or presentations.
We brought a projector to the outdoor cinema for tonight's show.
Llevamos un proyector al cine al aire libre para la función de esta noche.
Instrument used in teaching to visualize content.
The projector makes it easier to follow the interactive lesson.
El proyector hace que sea más fácil seguir la lección interactiva.

Etymology

From the Latin 'proicere', which means to throw forward.

Common Phrases and Expressions

image projector
Device that emits images onto a flat surface.
proyector de imágenes
use a projector
Using a projector to display visual content.
usar un proyector
portable projector
A projector that can be easily transported.
proyector portátil

Related Words

screen
Surface onto which the image is projected.
pantalla
video
Visual content that can be projected.
video
presentation
Presentation of information accompanied by projected images.
presentación

Slang Meanings

The 'projector' as an essential tool at events.
No party is complete without a projector to show us the memories.
No hay fiesta sin un proyector para mostrarnos los recuerdos.
Projector as a synonym for presenting something to a group.
Whenever there is a meeting, that projector becomes the star.
Siempre que hay una reunión, ese proyector se convierte en la estrella.