Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sifter
Noun
/ˈsɪf.tər/
Definition
A sifter is a kitchen tool used to separate and break up clumps in dry ingredients such as flour, as well as to combine them with air.
Examples
- She used a sifter to make sure the flour was light and fluffy before baking.
- The chef recommended using a sifter to avoid lumps in the powdered sugar.
- After sifting the cocoa powder, it blended better with the other ingredients.
Meaning
The act of sifting involves passing a dry ingredient through a sieve or mesh to ensure a fine texture by removing any lumps and aerating the mixture.
Synonyms
- sieve
- strainer
- screen
