Sifts Meaning

There are 4 meaning(s) for word Sifts

Meaning 1 : distinguish and separate out

    Example : sift through the job candidates

    Synonyms : sieve
Meaning 2 : separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements

    Example : sift the flour

    Synonyms : sieve,  strain
Meaning 3 : check and sort carefully

    Example : sift the information

    Synonyms : sieve
Meaning 4 : move as if through a sieve

    Example : The soldiers sifted through the woods


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