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1. sieve
noun. ['ˈsɪv'] a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles.
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- sieve (English)
- sife (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
2. sieve
verb. ['ˈsɪv'] separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements.
Etymology
- sieve (English)
- sife (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. sieve
verb. ['ˈsɪv'] check and sort carefully.
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- sieve (English)
- sife (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. sieve
verb. ['ˈsɪv'] distinguish and separate out.
Etymology
- sieve (English)
- sife (Old English (ca. 450-1100))