Definition

Having been passed through a sieve or strainer to remove unwanted parts or to separate finer particles.

Example

The sifted flour made the cake lighter and fluffier.

Conversation

Did you try the cake I made yesterday?

Yes, it was delicious! Was it made with sifted flour?

Yes, I always use sifted flour for my baked goods.

That makes a big difference; it was so light and fluffy!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To separate and remove unwanted parts from something, usually by using a sieve or similar tool.

Example

She sifted the flour to make sure there were no lumps.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you remember to sifted the flour before baking the cake?

Oh no, I totally forgot!

That might be why it turned out so dense.

Root Explanation

Sifted → It originates from the Old English word 'siftan', meaning to separate or to sift. The word describes the action of separating finer particles from coarser ones, typically in the context of flour or other granular materials.

Memory Tip

Imagine the action of separating finer grains from coarser ones — that's what 'sifted' means, coming from the Old English word for separating.

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