What is another word for bowl shaped sieve?
Pronunciation: [bˈə͡ʊl ʃˈe͡ɪpt sˈɪv] (IPA) 
A bowl shaped sieve is a kitchen tool used for straining liquids or separating solids from liquids. However, there are several synonyms for this widely used kitchen tool that you should know. Some common synonyms for a bowl shaped sieve are colander, strainer, sift, mesh, and chinois. A colander is a bowl-shaped sieve with a perforated surface while a strainer may have different shapes and sizes for different foods. Sifting is the process of passing flour, sugar or other fine ingredients through a fine mesh sieve. Mesh strainers are commonly used for tea, coffee or cocktails. A chinois is a conical strainer with a fine mesh which is used to strain sauces and soups.
