Definition

Not having been separated or filtered, especially in reference to materials like flour or soil.

Example

The baker decided to use unsifted flour for the recipe to give it a denser texture.

Conversation

Hey, do you think we should use that unsifted flour for our cookies?

I don't know, it might make them a bit heavier.

True, but it could also give them a richer flavor.

Yeah, maybe we should give it a try and see how it turns out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsifted → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "sifted" (from Old English "siftan", meaning to separate or strain). The word "unsifted" means not separated or strained, indicating that something has not been filtered or refined.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having been 'separated' ('sifted') — that's why unsifted means something that hasn't been filtered.

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