sifting
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sifting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of passing something through a sieve, or the careful process of separating useful information from the rest.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From sift + -ing.
Full origin of sifting →Frequently asked questions
What does “sifting” mean?
The word “sifting” means the act of passing something through a sieve, or the careful process of separating useful information from the rest. In plain terms, the action of sieving something, whether it's flour or a pile of information.
How do you use “sifting” in a sentence?
Here is “sifting” used in a sentence: “The sifting of the flour took only a minute.”
What part of speech is “sifting”?
“Sifting” is a noun.