Strainer

Synonyms of strainer

• filter
• colander
• sieve

Antonyms of strainer

• container
• holder
• retainer

Collocations of strainer

kitchen strainer

Frequency: 80 %

The kitchen strainer is essential for draining pasta.

fine mesh strainer

Frequency: 70 %

Use a fine mesh strainer to sift flour for baking.

metal strainer

Frequency: 65 %

The metal strainer is durable and easy to clean.

tea strainer

Frequency: 60 %

Use a tea strainer to filter loose tea leaves from your cup.

plastic strainer

Frequency: 50 %

The plastic strainer is lightweight and perfect for outdoor use.

Idiomatic Expressions for strainer

• Phrase: to strain out the gnats and swallow a camel
  Meaning: to focus on minor issues while ignoring major ones
  Usage: He always strains out the gnats and swallows a camel when it comes to budgeting.