strainer vs. sifter

strainer

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noun

1. a person or thing that strains.
2. a filter, sieve, or the like for straining liquids.
3. a stretcher or tightener.

sifter

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noun

1. a person or thing that sifts.
2. a kitchen implement for sifting: a flour sifter.