Definition of winnowing

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  • winnowing is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • winnowing is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
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Definition of winnowing

  • the act of separating grain from chaff (noun)

    Examples

    1. the winnowing was done by women

    Synonyms

    1. sifting
    2. winnow

See definition of winnowing in Merriam Webster