to filter
Third Person
filters
Present Participle
filtering
Past Tense
filtered
Past Participle
filtered
1
to separate or remove unwanted items from a set, group, or stream based on specific criteria or conditions
transitive
- The email system automatically filters messages into different folders based on their importance.
- The software helps researchers filter irrelevant data points from their analysis.
- The recycling plant filters recyclable materials from the waste stream, reducing the amount of trash sent to landfills.
- The search engine uses advanced algorithms to filter spam websites from its search results.
2
to pass gas, liquid, light, etc. through something in order to remove unwanted substances
transitive
- The water treatment plant frequently filters impurities from the water supply.
- She is currently filtering the oil to remove any debris or contaminants.
- They recently filtered the air in the room to remove allergens.
- The photographer often filters light to achieve the desired effect in photographs.
- The mechanic recently filtered the engine oil to keep it clean and lubricated.
Synonyms:
3
to pass through or as if through a filtering device or process
- The water filtered through the charcoal, becoming clear and clean.
- The air filters through the vents, removing dust particles as it circulates.
- The coffee slowly filtered through the grounds, dripping into the pot below.
- The rainwater filtered through the soil, nourishing the plants below.
4
to move slowly or steadily in a particular direction
- The fog filtered through the trees, slowly covering the landscape.
- The crowd filtered into the stadium, slowly filling the seats.
- Light filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow in the room.
- The sound of music filtered down the hallway as the party continued.
- Smoke began to filter across the field from the distant fire.