Reference meaning
sieve
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a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles
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Other meanings
2. verb
examine in order to test suitability
3. verb
check and sort carefully
4. verb
separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements
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