SIEVING
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Sieving.
Sieving - as a noun
A strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
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Sieving - as a verb
Examine in order to test suitability
Example: "Screen these samples"
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Separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements
Example: "Sift the flour"
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Distinguish and separate out
Example: "Sift through the job candidates"
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Example Sentences
"She used a sieving spoon to sift the flour."
"The sieving process removes impurities from the liquid."
"The sieving machine is used to separate particles of different sizes."
"The sieving action of the sieve separates the larger particles."
"The sieving cloth is made of fine mesh."
Word Game Points
Is SIEVING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sieving is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SIEVING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SIEVING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sieving is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSIEVING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is SIEVING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sieving is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSIEVING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.