tea strainer

US /ˈtiː ˌstreɪ.nər/
UK /ˈtiː ˌstreɪ.nər/
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a small device with a fine mesh, used for straining tea leaves from brewed tea before drinking

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She used a tea strainer to remove the loose leaves from her cup.
A good tea strainer is essential for brewing loose leaf tea.