strainer

noun

strain·​er ˈstrā-nər 

: one that strains: such as

a

: a device (such as a sieve) to retain solid pieces while a liquid passes through

b

: any of various devices for stretching or tightening something

Examples of strainer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

SinkShroom, kitchen sink strainers, disposable drain covers and snakes for a complete refresh. — ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026

Paper hot pot is a style of cooking where fire-resistant paper bowls tucked into mesh strainers are placed over tabletop burners that keep the food at a simmer. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026

Set a fine mesh strainer over a large saucepan; strain liquid into saucepan. — Martha Stewart, 20 Sep. 2026

The five-piece set comes with standard and slotted spatulas, a strainer spoon, a salad spoon, and a salad fork. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for strainer

• gainer
• plainer
• planar
• planer
• saner
• stainer
• trainer
• abstainer
• campaigner
• complainer
• container
• coplanar

Kids Definition

strainer

noun

strain·​er ˈstrā-nər 

: one that strains

especially : a device (as a screen or filter) to hold solid pieces while a liquid passes through

Medical Definition

strainer

noun

strain·​er ˈstrā-nər 

: a device (as a sieve) to retain solid pieces while a liquid passes through