screening meaning and definition

SCREENING noun

Definition of screening (noun)

1. the display of a motion picture
   • synonyms: showing, viewing
2. fabric of metal or plastic mesh
3. the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
   • "the cover concealed their guns from enemy aircraft"
   • synonyms: cover, covering, masking
4. testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics