Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blank-screen

noun

/blæŋk skriːn/

Definition

a display that shows no content or information, typically resulting in a solid color or a message indicating that there is no input available.

Examples

After the software update, my monitor went to a blank screen and wouldn’t respond.
He stared at the blank screen, struggling to find inspiration for his next project.

Meaning

A blank screen often indicates that a device, such as a computer or a TV, is not currently processing data or that there is a problem with the display.