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Sifting

Sifting Meaning & Definition
Sifting Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Sifting?

[n] the act of separating grain from chaff; "the winnowing was done by women"

Synonyms | Synonyms for Sifting: winnow | winnowing

Related Terms | Find terms related to Sifting:

See Also | separation

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