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Vocabulary Entry
winnowing
|verb • noun
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V
verb
To separate grain from chaff by a current of air or to rid of undesirable parts.
Example Sentences
"The farmer is winnowing the harvested grain to ensure it's clean."
"They used a large fan for winnowing the seeds from the husks."
"After winnowing the ideas, only the best ones were presented."
N
noun
The act of separating grain from chaff or the process of refining or sifting through elements.
Example Sentences
"Winnowing is an essential step in traditional grain processing."
"The winnowing of concepts led to a clearer understanding of the topic."
"She enjoyed the winnowing of her thoughts before writing."