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Definition of strainer
: one that strains: such asa : a device (such as a sieve) to retain solid pieces while a liquid passes throughb : any of various devices for stretching or tightening something
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Recent Examples of strainer from the Web
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Meanwhile, grate the 1-inch piece of ginger into a small fine-mesh strainer set over a small bowl.
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Pour through a wire-mesh strainer, pressing with the back of a spoon; discard pulp and seeds.
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Strain through a fine mesh strainer and chill until ready to serve.
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Note: To blanch the mustard seeds, place them in a small fine-mesh strainer.
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Place thawed raspberries in syrup in strainer over small mixing bowl to drain, reserve liquid syrup for later use.
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Sean Corbett of Chandler, Arizona had his most recent driver's license photo made wearing a pasta strainer on his head.
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The woman’s family found her body caught in what is called a strainer, an area of brush and debris that can trap a swimmer underwater.
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Ladle the cooled shrub mixture scoop by scoop into the strainer, pressing on the solids so the liquids are captured in the bowl below.
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First Known Use of strainer
14th century
STRAINER Defined for English Language Learners
strainer
playDefinition of strainer for English Language Learners
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: a kitchen device that has many small holes and that is used to hold back solid pieces while a liquid passes through
STRAINER Defined for Kids
strainer
playDefinition of strainer for Students
: a device (as a screen, sieve, or filter) to hold back solid pieces while a liquid passes through
Medical Dictionary
strainer
playMedical Definition of strainer
: a device (as a sieve) to retain solid pieces while a liquid passes through
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