projector

Meanings

• noun

  A device used to display an image or video onto a surface, typically a large screen.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with projector
reactor , actor , supporter

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Variants

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projector , projectors , opaque projector , opaque projectors , overhead , overhead projector

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Etymology

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The word 'projector' comes from the Latin word 'projectus', meaning 'thrown forward'. It was first used in the late 15th century to refer to someone who threw or projected something.

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Trivia

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1. The first projector was invented in 1659 by Christiaan Huygens.

2. The largest movie projector in the world can project an image that is 100 feet (30 meters) wide and 50 feet (15 meters) tall.

3. Projectors are used in many industries, including medical, military, and educational institutions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Projector lamp: A type of lamp used in projectors to produce light.

2. Projection screen: A large, flat surface used to display images or videos projected by a projector.

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Culture

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Projectors have been used in various forms of entertainment since their invention. They were first used in magic lanterns, which were early forms of slide projectors, in the 17th century. Projectors have also been used in cinematography since the late 1800s. In literature, projectors have been used metaphorically to refer to people who present ideas or plans.

How to Memorize "projector"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large box with a lens and a light source. Visualize how an image is projected onto a screen.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'projector' with 'movie theater' or 'presentation'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym P-R-O-J-E-C-T-O-R: Projects Onto Justified Electronic Canvas To Output Radiant Images.

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