winnow in German

winnow in German is worfeln, windsichten, trennen — winnow means to subject (granular material, especially food grain) to a current of air separating heavier and lighter components, as grain from chaff.

winnow in German

worfeln

verb

(transitive, agriculture, literal) To subject (granular material, especially food grain) to a current of air separating heavier and lighter components, as grain from chaff.

windsichten

verb

(transitive, agriculture, literal) To subject (granular material, especially food grain) to a current of air separating heavier and lighter components, as grain from chaff.

trennen

verb

(transitive, agriculture, literal) To subject (granular material, especially food grain) to a current of air separating heavier and lighter components, as grain from chaff.

trennen

verb

(transitive, figuratively) To separate, sift, analyse, or test by separating items having different values.

aussortieren

verb

(transitive, figuratively) To separate, sift, analyse, or test by separating items having different values.

separieren

verb

(transitive, figuratively) To separate, sift, analyse, or test by separating items having different values.

sichten

verb

(transitive, figuratively) To separate, sift, analyse, or test by separating items having different values.

What does "winnow" mean?

verb To subject (granular material, especially food grain) to a current of air separating heavier and lighter components, as grain from chaff.
verb To separate, sift, analyse, or test by separating items having different values.
verb To blow upon or toss about by blowing; to set in motion as with a fan or wings.
verb To move about with a flapping motion, as of wings; to flutter.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "winnow" in German?

"winnow" in German is worfeln, windsichten, trennen. winnow means: To subject (granular material, especially food grain) to a current of air separating heavier and lighter components, as grain from chaff.

Are there other ways to say "winnow" in German?

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "winnow": worfeln, windsichten, trennen, aussortieren, separieren, sichten.

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