Definition

To pass something through a sieve or filter again to separate or remove unwanted material.

Example

After the first sifting, I decided to resift the flour to make it even finer.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think I need to resift the flour for the cake.

Yeah, it might help get rid of any lumps.

Good idea! I want it to be as smooth as possible.

Definitely, a fine texture makes a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resift → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "sift" (from Old English "siftan", meaning to separate or strain). The word "resift" means to sift again, or to separate once more.

Memory Tip

Think of doing the action of 'sifting' again, as 're-' means again and 'sift' means to separate.

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