strainer
pronunciation
How to pronounce strainer in British English:
UK [ˈstreɪnə(r)]
How to pronounce strainer in American English:
US [ˈstrenɚ]
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- Noun:
- a filter to retain larger pieces while smaller pieces and liquids pass through
Word Origin
- strainer (n.)
- "utensil which strains," early 14c., agent noun from strain (v.).
Example
- 1. Be sure to place a metal or plastic strainer in your sink to avoid clogging the drain with the granules .
- 2. The strainer insures optimum long-term field performance .
- 3. Since then , I 've purchased boiled eggs , bagged water , toys , even a novel . ( I politely said no on the kitchen strainer . )
- 4. Saotome stands in front of a chopping board , with a bowl containing the flour and egg and his nabe . Alongside are pairs of long-handled bamboo and metal chopsticks that , with a strainer , form his batterie de cuisine .
- 5. Watts recommends a strainer be installed ahead of watts 909 series assemblies to protect the discs from unnecessary fouling .