<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>an instrument with a meshed or perforated bottom, used for separating coarse from fine parts of loose matter, for straining liquids, etc., especially one with a circular frame and fine meshes or perforations.</li><li>a person who cannot keep a secret.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>to put or force through a sieve; sift.</li></ul>