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Strainer Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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strainer

[หˆstreษชnษ™r ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

in the kitchen

A strainer is a kitchen utensil with a perforated surface for draining liquid from food.

Synonyms

colander, filter, sieve.

Examples of usage

  • You can use a strainer to separate the pasta from the water.
  • After boiling the vegetables, use a strainer to remove excess water.
  • I always use a strainer when making homemade broth.
Context #2 | Noun

in chemistry

In chemistry, a strainer is a device used to separate solids from liquids by filtration.

Synonyms

filter, screen, sieve.

Examples of usage

  • The laboratory technician used a strainer to filter the solution.
  • After the reaction, the mixture was poured through a strainer to isolate the product.

Translations

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Origin of 'strainer'

The word 'strainer' originated from the verb 'strain,' which comes from Middle English 'strainen,' from Old French 'estreindre,' from Latin 'stringere' meaning 'to draw tight.' The concept of straining liquids or solids dates back centuries, with various straining methods used in different cultures. Over time, the strainer evolved into a common kitchen tool for separating solids from liquids.

See also: strain, strained, strainers, straining.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,859, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.