CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LITERATURE

Detailed explanation-1: -Definitions of winnowing. the act of separating grain from chaff. “the winnowing was done by women” synonyms: sifting, winnow. type of: separation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Winnowing is the method in which heavier components of the mixture are separated from the lighter substances with the help of wind. This method is used for separating grains from husk after the process of threshing. Threshing is the process of separating grain from the chaff.

Detailed explanation-3: -See also synonyms for: winnowing. fan. puff. scatter. stir.

Detailed explanation-4: -Example of Winnowing Because husk is lighter than wheat grains, it is removed from wheat by wind or air. Winnowing can be used to remove dirt particles from grains. Winnowing is used to remove corn from straw.

Detailed explanation-5: -Winnowing is a process by which chaff is separated from grain. It can also be used to remove pests from stored grain. Winnowing usually follows threshing in grain preparation.