motion-picture projector
nounUK /ˈməʊ.ʃən ˈpɪk.tʃə prəˈdʒek.tə/
US /ˈmoʊ.ʃən ˈpɪk.tʃɚ prəˈdʒek.tɚ/
A machine that shines a movie onto a big screen so everyone can watch it.
The old theater still uses a motion-picture projector to show classic films.
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2. A device used in classrooms to display educational films or slides.
The teacher threaded the film through the motion-picture projector before class.
3. An antique or collectible machine valued by hobbyists and museums.
He restored a 1920s motion-picture projector for the local history museum.
4. The projection equipment in a home theater setup.
Their basement home theater includes a digital motion-picture projector and a large screen.