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Definition screen out in British English

screen out phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to prevent something that is dangerous or unsuitable from coming in

Example

Cycle masks are designed to screen out pollutants.

Synonyms and related words
protect defend save
2

to refuse to accept someone who is not suitable for something, for example a job

Definition screen out in British English