filtering
|fil/ter/ing|
B2
/ˈfɪltərɪŋ/
(filter)
remove impurities
Etymology
Etymology Information
'filter' originates from the Latin word 'filtrum', meaning 'felt used as a filter'.
Historical Evolution
'filtrum' transformed into the Old French word 'filtre', and eventually became the modern English word 'filter'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'felt used as a filter', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device for removing impurities'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the process of passing a liquid, gas, light, or sound through a device to remove unwanted material.
The water is filtering through the sand.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'filter'.
She is filtering the coffee.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41