Meaning & use
projection
An estimate or forecast of future events based on current trends or data.
See it in a sentence
The company's sales projection for next quarter looks cautiously optimistic.
The film's opening scene used a projection of stars across the ceiling.
A note on using this word
Projection also refers to an image cast onto a surface by a projector, or to attributing one's own feelings to others.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
An image displayed on a surface by shining light through or off an object.
The museum used a projection to show the ancient mural in full color.
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