screen out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To use a screen, grate, sieve or similar means to separate large from small (objects or particles).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To exclude selectively.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “screen out” mean?
To use a screen, grate, sieve or similar means to separate large from small (objects or particles).
Is “screen out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.