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“Filter” or “Philter”

Overview

filter / philter are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

filter: (noun) device that removes something from whatever passes through it. (noun) an electrical device that alters the frequency spectrum of signals passing through it. (verb) remove by passing through a filter.

philter: (noun) a drink credited with magical power; can make the one who takes it love the one who gave it.

Pronunciation

filter: f·IH·l·t·er

philter: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “filter”

  • …of Nuclides - IAEA with filter on spontaneous fission decay
  • …served, unless there is a filter machine.
  • …addiction and overdose began to filter in from many places in…
  • …is passed through a multiband filter, each band is passed through…
  • …favour active transportation and, selectively, "filter out" the car by reducing…
  • …cold air intake systems and filter housings.
  • …setting by using the existing filter grind, which is approximately correct,…
  • …where members can use to filter what to appear on their…
  • Neutral density filter (ND) with an attenuation factor…
  • "Uh Mamma" (Retro Filter Mix) – 4:21

Examples of “philter”



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