an instrument with a meshed or perforated bottom, used for separating coarse from fine parts of loose matter, for straining liquids, etc., esp. one with a circular frame and fine meshes or perforations.

a person who cannot keep a secret.

to put or force through a sieve; sift.

noun

basket , bolt , bolter , colander , filter , mesh , riddle , screen , separate , sift , sifter , strain , strainer , tammis , tammy