Colander Crossword Clue

Q: What's the best solution for Colander?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Colander is SIEVE. Other possible answers include STRAINER, colanders, cullender, cullenders.

Q: How many solutions are there for Colander?

We have found 5 possible answers for the crossword clue Colander.

Q: What is another word for Colander?

We list 3 synonyms related to Colander. Common alternatives include COLANDERS, CULLENDER, CULLENDERS.

Q: Which crosswords feature clues like Colander?

Clues like Colander often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Daily Telegraph Toughie, The Observer Everyman, The Guardian Quiptic, Daily Express, The Daily Telegraph GK, among others.

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Crossword clue last updated: 23/09/2026

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Hint 1: Meaning

bowl-shaped strainer; used to wash or drain foods

Hint 2: Synonyms

SIEVE, STRAINER, COLANDERS

Hint 3: Best answers

SIEVE, STRAINER, COLANDERS

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Best answers for Colander

5 letters

SIEVE

8 letters

STRAINER

All 5 answers for Colander

Colander with 5 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
SIEVE	5

Colander with 8 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
STRAINER	8

Colander with 9 letters (2)

Answer	Letters
COLANDERS	9
CULLENDER	9

Colander with 10 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
CULLENDERS	10

Synonyms for Colander

We found 3 synonyms.

9 letter words

10 letter words

CULLENDERS

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What's the best solution for Colander?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Colander is SIEVE. Other possible answers include STRAINER, colanders, cullender, cullenders.

How many solutions are there for Colander?

We have found 5 possible answers for the crossword clue Colander.

How do I find a solution for Colander?

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What is another word for Colander?

We list 3 synonyms related to Colander. Common alternatives include COLANDERS, CULLENDER, CULLENDERS.

Which crosswords feature clues like Colander?

Clues like Colander often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Daily Telegraph Toughie, The Observer Everyman, The Guardian Quiptic, Daily Express, The Daily Telegraph GK, among others.

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