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filtering

/ˈfɪltərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does filtering mean?

verb

The process of selecting or excluding something in order to remove unwanted or irrelevant parts, or the result of this process. The act of removing or excluding something in order to make something else clearer or more distinct.

Example

"The software uses filtering to remove spam emails from the inbox."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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