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Definitions for: Projector
[n] an optical instrument that projects an enlarged image onto a screen
[n] an optical device for projecting a beam of light
Webster (1913) Definition: Pro*jec"tor, n.
An optical instrument for projecting a picture upon a screen,
as by a magic lantern or by an instrument for projecting (by
reflection instead of transmission of light) a picture of an
opaque object, as photographs, picture post-cards, insects,
etc., in the colors of the object itself. In this latter form
the projection is accomplished by means of a combination of
lenses with a prism and a mirror or reflector. Specific
instruments have been called by different names, such as
radiopticon, mirrorscope, balopticon, etc.
Pro*ject"or, n. [Cf. F. projeteur.]
One who projects a scheme or design; hence, one who forms
fanciful or chimerical schemes. --L'Estrange.
See Also: cine projector, epidiascope, film projector, movie projector, optical device, optical instrument, overhead projector, slide projector
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