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sifter Synonyms

Another word for sifter

Choosing another word for sifter depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A utensil or mechanical device with a mesh or perforated bottom, used for separating coarse particles from fine ones, aerating dry ingredients such as flour, or sprinkling powdered substances.

Usage Example

"The baker passed the cocoa powder and flour through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps before folding them into the batter."

Strongest
sieve
Strong
strainer
screen
riddle
Weak
colander

• noun (Context 2)

A person who examines, sorts, or filters through materials, data, or evidence carefully.

Usage Example

"As an investigative archivist, she was a patient sorter of historical records, uncovering small details that others had overlooked."

Strong
sorter
examiner

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Sifter. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/sifter
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