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filter

/ˈfɪltə/
B1 · Intermediate★★★★★
noun

Simple Meaning

a thing that removes unwanted parts from a liquid, gas, or information, or to pass something through this thing.

When to Use

💬Daily Conversation⚙️Technical📱Social Media
Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

Can you put a new filter in the coffee maker?

I always use a filter on my photos before posting them.

Full Definition

A device which separates a suspended, dissolved, or particulate matter from a fluid, solution, or other substance; any device that separates one substance from another.

Related Words

Synonyms:
strainersieve
Word Family:
filteredfilteringunfiltered