STRAINER Synonyms

• bowl-shaped strainer; used to wash or drain foods

• an instrument for extracting tight-fitting components

• an apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension

• a mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector

• device that removes something from whatever passes through it

• an electrical device that alters the frequency spectrum of signals passing through it

• remove by passing through a filter

• pass through

• run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream

• the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles

• contact by fitting together

• the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component

• an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals

• the act of interlocking or meshing

• keep engaged

• coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively

• work together in harmony

• entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh

• a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing

• a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight

• the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube

• a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

• a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame

• the personnel of the film industry

• a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

• partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space

• test or examine for the presence of disease or infection

• examine methodically

• examine in order to test suitability

• project onto a screen for viewing

• prevent from entering

• separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff

• protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm

• an apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension

• a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

• examine in order to test suitability

• check and sort carefully

• separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements

• distinguish and separate out

• a household sieve (as for flour)

• That which drains.

• A frame or rack for allowing washed crockery etc to dry naturally.

• A person who explores drains, tunnels, or sewers.