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strainer

strain·er [ stráynər ] (plural strain·ers)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. device for removing solids: a device, usually incorporating a mesh or other filter, for separating solids from liquids or small particles from large

2. U.S. device for tightening: a device that is used to tighten or stretch something

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