Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

boult

verb
/boʊlt/
Definition
To separate or sift from a mixture, especially in the context of flour or grain.
Examples
  • She decided to boult the flour before baking the cake to ensure it was light and fluffy.
  • The farmer used a special mesh to boult the harvested grain from husks and debris.
Meaning
Boult refers to the process of sifting or straining materials to remove impurities or unwanted particles.
Synonyms
  • sift
  • strain
  • screen
  • filter