WINNOW

DEFINITION

• To rid of undesireablee parts

Example Sentences

The military attempts to winnow out those who are not officer material.

The wild dogs winnowed the offal trying to get some nutrition.

Example Sentences

She winnowed out the weaknesses in the plan.

The cook wanted to winnow the yolk in the egg.

SYNONYMS

• Separate
• Sift
• Sort

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