Strainer and Skimmer

Strainer

Strainer noun - A filter to retain larger pieces while smaller pieces and liquids pass through.
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Skimmer and strainer are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Skimmer" instead a noun "Strainer".

Nearby Words: strain, strained, straining

Skimmer

Skimmer noun - A cooking utensil used to skim fat from the surface of liquids.
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Strainer and skimmer are semantically related. You can use "Strainer" instead a noun "Skimmer".

Nearby Words: skimmed, skimming
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