Meaning of the word sifted in English
What does sifted mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sifted
US /ˈsɪftɪd/
UK /ˈsɪftɪd/
Adjective
1.
having been passed through a sieve to remove lumps or larger particles
Example:
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The recipe calls for two cups of sifted flour.
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Make sure the powdered sugar is well sifted before adding it to the mixture.
2.
carefully examined or investigated
Example:
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The detective sifted through all the evidence to find clues.
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The data was carefully sifted to identify any anomalies.
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