colander
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒl.ən.dər/
Definition
A perforated bowl used for straining liquids from food.
Examples
She rinsed the fresh strawberries in a plastic colander before serving them.
The chef used a metal colander to drain the excess water from the blanched vegetables.
Make sure to place the colander in the sink before you pour out the boiling noodles.
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