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(win-now) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to remove unwanted parts from something.

Example Sentence

It was Sue's job to winnow out the unqualified candidates for the job.

More Example Sentences

They winnow seeds from the chaff.

Synonyms

separate; sift; sort

Antonyms

take everyone; gather a group

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Rhymes

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