Meaning of screening in English

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Noun
screening
Definitions
1. the display of a motion picture
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2. fabric of metal or plastic mesh
3. the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
Examples
- « the cover concealed their guns from enemy aircraft »
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4. testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics
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