strainer

noun

strain·​er ˈstrā-nər 

: one that strains: such as

a

: a device (such as a sieve) to retain solid pieces while a liquid passes through

b

: any of various devices for stretching or tightening something

Examples of strainer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Then pour the drink into the glass using a strainer. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 July 2025

Start with Oxo’s Good Grips Cold Brew Coffee Maker, favored by coffee drinkers (and Wirecutter) for its simple setup and metal mesh strainer that yields rich, consistent concentrate. —Luke Fortney, New York Times, 10 July 2025

Shake or stir to mix; then strain using a fine-mesh strainer. —Ashia Aubourg, Outside Online, 5 July 2025

Strain the blackberry liquid and mint liquid through a fine strainer into a large bowl; discard the solids. —Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 6 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for strainer

• gainer
• plainer
• planar
• planer
• saner
• stainer
• trainer
• abstainer
• campaigner
• complainer
• container
• coplanar

Kids Definition

strainer

noun

strain·​er ˈstrā-nər 

: one that strains

especially : a device (as a screen or filter) to hold solid pieces while a liquid passes through

Medical Definition

strainer

noun

strain·​er ˈstrā-nər 

: a device (as a sieve) to retain solid pieces while a liquid passes through