projection
prəˈdʒɛkʃ(ə)n/
noun
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1.an estimate or forecast of a future situation based on a study of present trends.“plans based on projections of slow but positive growth”Synonyms: estimate, forecast, prediction, calculation, prognosis, prognostication, reckoning, expectation.
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the presentation of an image on a surface, especially a cinema screen.“quality illustrations for overhead projection”.
Samantha Davies 