Winnow
EN→ZH
What Does Winnow Mean?
- 筛选
- 分离
- 吹掉
Winnow Pronunciation
/ˈwɪnoʊ/
Winnow Definition
verb
Definition
To remove (a less desirable part) from a larger whole.
In ZH
从更大的整体中去掉（较不理想的部分）。
How to Use Winnow in a Sentence
- Farmers winnow the grain to separate it from the chaff.
- The committee needs to winnow down the list of candidates.
- They winnowed the options to find the best choice.
- It's important to winnow out irrelevant information when researching.
- As a writer, you must learn to winnow your ideas to focus on the best ones.
verb
Definition
To blow a current of air through grain to remove the chaff.
In ZH
通过空气流动将谷物中的糠去除。
How to Use Winnow in a Sentence
- Traditionally, farmers would winnow their harvest using a large fan.
- They used a basket to winnow the rice under the sun.
- The process of winnowing is crucial in preparing food grains.
- In the past, men winnowed grain while women handled cooking.
- Winnowing is an ancient agricultural practice still used in many cultures.