sieve
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(noun) a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles |
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Synonyms: screen |
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Related Words: riddle, sifter, strainer |
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| 2. |
(verb) separate by sifting, as of flour; also used for information |
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Synonyms: sift, strain |
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Related Words: fan, resift, riddle, screen, separate, winnow |
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(verb) examine in order to test suitability; "screen these samples"; "screen the job applicants" |
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Synonyms: screen, screen out, sort |
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Related Words: choose, pick out, select, take |
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