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Vocabulary Entry
sieve
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A device with mesh or perforations used for separating liquids from solids or to sift particles.
Example Sentences
"She used a sieve to drain the pasta."
"The baker sifted flour through a fine sieve."
"He bought a new sieve for his kitchen."
V
verb
To separate or sift (something) using a sieve.
Example Sentences
"Please sieve the mixture to remove any lumps."
"They sieve the sand to ensure it is clean."
"The chef will sieve the stock to improve its consistency."