S is for Sieve

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A sieve is very similar to both a sifter and a colander. They have a handle, and a bowl-shaped part made from fine metal or plastic mesh.
Sieves can be used to remove lumps from powders, sprinkle powders like icing sugar over food, or strain the liquid out of something.