filter out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To selectively remove part of something.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
loại bỏ một phần của thứ gì đó một cách chọn lọc
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The sieve will filter out large rocks and grains of sand.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To come out gradually (e.g. news).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “filter out” mean?
To selectively remove part of something.
Is “filter out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.