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screen vs display

display vs screen

screen and display both are nouns.

screen and display both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
screen Yes No Yes No
display Yes No Yes No
As nouns, display is a hypernym of screen; that is, display is a word with a broader meaning than screen:
  • screen: the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube
  • display: an electronic device that represents information in visual form
Other hypernyms of screen include video display.
screen (noun) display (noun)
a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame something shown to the public
a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something a visual representation of something
a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles an electronic device that represents information in visual form
partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space exhibiting openly in public view
a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight something intended to communicate a particular impression
the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube behavior that makes your feelings public
a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
the personnel of the film industry
screen (verb) display (verb)
examine methodically to show, make visible or apparent
protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
prevent from entering
separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff
project onto a screen for viewing
examine in order to test suitability
test or examine for the presence of disease or infection
Difference between screen and display

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