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TEA-STRAINER Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word tea-strainer. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word tea-strainer. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for TEA-STRAINER

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colander
nounn
noun

• bowl-shaped strainer; used to wash or drain foods

filter
verb, nounv, n
noun

• device that removes something from whatever passes through it

• an electrical device that alters the frequency spectrum of signals passing through it

verb

• remove by passing through a filter

• pass through

• run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream

mesh
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles

• contact by fitting together

• the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component

• an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals

• the act of interlocking or meshing

verb

• keep engaged

• coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively

• work together in harmony

• entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh

screen
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing

• a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight

• the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube

• a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

• a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame

• the personnel of the film industry

• a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

• partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space

verb

• test or examine for the presence of disease or infection

• examine methodically

• examine in order to test suitability

• project onto a screen for viewing

• prevent from entering

• separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff

• protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm

sieve
verbv
noun

• a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

verb

• examine in order to test suitability

• check and sort carefully

• separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements

• distinguish and separate out

strainer
nounn
noun

• a filter to retain larger pieces while smaller pieces and liquids pass through

Best Hypernyms For TEA-STRAINER

Here is a list of related hypernyms for tea-strainer, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
strainer device implement item object tool utensil

Alternatives for COLANDER

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