Winnowing

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What Does Winnowing Mean?

  • 打谷
  • 筛选
  • 分离

Winnowing Pronunciation

/ˈwɪn.oʊ.ɪŋ/

Winnowing Definition

noun

Definition

The process of separating grain from chaff or husks.

In ZH

将谷物与壳或外壳分离的过程。

How to Use Winnowing in a Sentence

  • The winnowing of the harvested grain is crucial for quality.
  • Winnowing is often done by hand in traditional farming.
  • Modern machines can automate the winnowing process.
  • After winnowing, only the pure grain remains.
  • Farmers have used winnowing for centuries to prepare their crops.
verb

Definition

To separate out (grain) from chaff or husks; to sift or sort through.

In ZH

将（谷物）与壳或外壳分离；筛选或分类。

How to Use Winnowing in a Sentence

  • They winnow the seeds to ensure only the best are planted.
  • The team winnowed down the list of applicants to a final few.
  • Winnowing ideas can help clarify the best options.
  • He winnowed through the data to find relevant information.
  • Winnowing takes patience and a good eye.

Synonyms for Winnowing