sieve

n : a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or

grading particles [syn: {screen}]

v 1: examine in order to test suitability; "screen these

samples"; "screen the job applicants" [syn: {screen}, {screen

out}, {sort}]

2: separate by sifting, as of flour; also used for information

[syn: {sift}, {strain}]