sieve

noun9 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.9

A sieve with very small holes, used for sifting fine powders or straining liquids.

A sieve of a big size, used for handling larger quantities.

Indicates movement from one side of the sieve to the other.

Indicates the location of an item within the sieve.

To make a substance go through a sieve, often to refine its texture.

To pour a liquid or mixture through a sieve to separate solid parts from the liquid.

To force a soft or cooked substance through a sieve using pressure.

Similar to 'press', forcing a substance through a sieve with a pushing motion.

To put something into a sieve, often before washing or draining.

Collocations with "sieve"

... + sieve