Projection: meaning, definitions and examples

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projection

 

[ prษ™หˆdส’ษ›kสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematical

The action of projecting a figure or a three-dimensional object onto a two-dimensional surface.

Synonyms

mapping, representation

Examples of usage

  • The projection of a cube onto a plane results in a square.
  • In cartography, projection is used to depict the Earth's surface on a flat map.
Context #2 | Noun

psychological

The unconscious transfer of one's own desires or emotions to another person.

Synonyms

displacement, transference

Examples of usage

  • Her projection of anger onto her coworker was a reflection of her own unresolved issues.
  • Projection is a defense mechanism that helps individuals cope with difficult emotions.
Context #3 | Noun

cinematic

The showing of a movie on a screen.

Synonyms

display, screening

Examples of usage

  • The projection of the film on the big screen was a thrilling experience for the audience.
  • Modern theaters use digital projection technology for high-quality viewing.

Translations

Translations of the word "projection" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น projeรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเค•เฅเคทเฅ‡เคชเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Projektion

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ proyeksi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพะตะบั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ projekcja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŠ•ๅฝฑ (ใจใ†ใˆใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท projection

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ proyecciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท projeksiyon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํˆฌ์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุณู‚ุงุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ projekce

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ projekcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŠ•ๅฝฑ (tรณuyวng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ projekcija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ varp

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟั€ะพะตะบั†ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ แƒแƒ”แƒฅแƒชแƒ˜แƒ (proeqtsia)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ proyeksiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ proyecciรณn

Etymology

The word 'projection' originated from the Latin word 'projectio,' which means a throwing forward. It has been used in various fields such as mathematics, psychology, and cinema. The concept of projection has evolved over time to encompass different meanings, from the mathematical transformation of shapes to the psychological defense mechanism. The word has become a versatile term with applications in multiple disciplines.

See also: project, projectable, projectile, projecting, projectors, projects.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,858, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.