: 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
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Pecan Cane Mix all ingredients in a vitamix or high power blender
Blend on high until completely smooth and incorporated
Strain through a fine mesh strainer or nutbag
Adjust to 60 brix
Bottle, label, and store for use.
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Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Strain pie filling: Pour chocolate filling through a fine mesh strainer into prepared crust.
—Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Use a strainer to separate the water from the okra.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2024
Strain cider: Pour through a fine mesh strainer into a heat proof pitcher or bowl.
—Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2024
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Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Strain pie filling: Pour chocolate filling through a fine mesh strainer into prepared crust.
—Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Use a strainer to separate the water from the okra.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2024
Strain cider: Pour through a fine mesh strainer into a heat proof pitcher or bowl.
—Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2024
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“Strainer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strainer. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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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
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