SIFTS Meaning and
Definition
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Sifts is the third person singular form of the verb "sift." The verb "sift" has multiple definitions, but the primary meaning refers to the act of separating and sorting particles or substances by passing them through a sieve or similar tool. When someone sifts something, they typically aim to remove unwanted or impure elements from the desired substance.
In a literal sense, sifting involves using a sieve or a meshed tool with fine holes to separate finer particles from coarser ones. This can be done with substances such as flour, sugar, or powdered chemicals. By using a gentle shaking or tapping motion, the material is passed through the sieve, allowing the smaller particles to fall through while the larger ones are retained.
Sifts can also be used metaphorically to describe the process of carefully examining or analyzing information or data in order to extract valuable or relevant elements. In this sense, it refers to the act of scrutinizing or closely studying a given situation, document, or body of evidence to identify important details or patterns.
Furthermore, sifts can imply a process of elimination or selection, where options or possibilities are carefully considered and filtered out to determine the most suitable or appropriate course of action.
Overall, sifts can refer to both the physical act of separating materials with a sieve and the metaphorical process of examining or analyzing information for valuable or relevant elements.
Common Misspellings for SIFTS
Etymology of SIFTS
The word "sifts" is a verb derived from the noun "sift", which originated from the Old English word "siftan". This Old English term has its roots in the Proto-Germanic word "siftijaną". The Proto-Germanic word likely came from the Proto-Indo-European base *seyb-, which means "to pour out", "to sift", or "to sieve". Over time, the word "sift" has evolved in both form and meaning, leading to the verb "sifts" as used in modern English.
Conjugate verb Sifts
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