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There are 5 meanings of the word
Winnowing.
Winnowing - as a noun
Winnowing - as a verb
To subject (granular material, especially food grain) to a current of air separating heavier and lighter components, as grain from chaff.
To separate, sift, analyze, or test by separating items having different values.
Example: "They winnowed the field to twelve."
To blow upon or toss about by blowing; to set in motion as with a fan or wings.
To move about with a flapping motion, as of wings; to flutter.
Example Sentences
"The winnowing of the wheat separates the grain from the chaff."
"The farmer used a winnowing fan to separate the rice from its husks."
"The process of winnowing removes impurities from the cacao beans."
"The winnowing machine efficiently separates the different sizes of seeds."
"The winnowing process is essential in producing high-quality coffee beans."
Word Game Points
Is WINNOWING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, winnowing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WINNOWING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is WINNOWING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, winnowing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWINNOWING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is WINNOWING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, winnowing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWINNOWING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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