Definition

A device that shows images or videos on a surface, usually a screen, by shining light through a lens.

Example

We used a projector to display the presentation on the big screen.

Conversation

Have you seen the new projector they installed in the classroom?

Yeah, it looks really high-tech!

I can't wait to use it for our presentations.

Same here! It should make everything look so much clearer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Projector → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning forward) and "jacere" (meaning to throw). The word "projector" refers to a device that throws an image forward onto a surface.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'throws' ('jacere') an image 'forward' ('pro-') onto a screen — that's what a projector does.

Visually Confused Words