Winnow

ENZH

What Does Winnow Mean?

  • 筛选
  • 分离
  • 吹掉

Winnow Pronunciation

/ˈwɪnoʊ/

Winnow Definition

verb

Definition

To remove (a less desirable part) from a larger whole.

In ZH

从更大的整体中去掉(较不理想的部分)。

How to Use Winnow in a Sentence

  • Farmers winnow the grain to separate it from the chaff.
  • The committee needs to winnow down the list of candidates.
  • They winnowed the options to find the best choice.
  • It's important to winnow out irrelevant information when researching.
  • As a writer, you must learn to winnow your ideas to focus on the best ones.
verb

Definition

To blow a current of air through grain to remove the chaff.

In ZH

通过空气流动将谷物中的糠去除。

How to Use Winnow in a Sentence

  • Traditionally, farmers would winnow their harvest using a large fan.
  • They used a basket to winnow the rice under the sun.
  • The process of winnowing is crucial in preparing food grains.
  • In the past, men winnowed grain while women handled cooking.
  • Winnowing is an ancient agricultural practice still used in many cultures.