Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
strainer
noun
/ˈstreɪnər/
Definition
A device used to remove solid matter from a liquid.
Examples
- She used a strainer to drain the pasta after it finished cooking.
- In order to make the soup clear, he poured it through a fine mesh strainer.
- The tea leaves were caught in the strainer, leaving a smooth brew.
Meaning
A strainer is a kitchen tool designed to separate liquids from solids by allowing the liquid to pass through while retaining the solid materials.
Synonyms
- filter
- sieve
- colander
- mesh
