How to pronounce "sieve"

• "sieve" pronounced in English.

Meanings and definitions of "sieve"

Noun

a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

Synonyms:

• sieve
• screen

Verb

examine in order to test suitability; "screen these samples"; "screen the job applicants"

Synonyms:

• screen
• screen out
• sieve
• sort

Verb

check and sort carefully; "sift the information"

Synonyms:

• sieve
• sift

Verb

separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements; "sift the flour"

Synonyms:

• sift
• sieve
• strain

Verb

distinguish and separate out; "sift through the job candidates"

Synonyms:

• sieve
• sift