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Strainer

noun

/ˈstreɪnər/

Meaning

a device having holes punched in it or made of crossed wires for separating solid matter from a liquid

Use a strainer to drain the pasta water.

sieve, filter, colander

container, bowl

tea strainer, mesh strainer, fine strainer, kitchen strainer

A general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought.

Critical observation or examination

A person who loves or collects books.

the use of violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution of a policy or program.

A means of communication, or a passage for water or information.