filter something ↔ out

phrasal verbphr v

a) SEPARATEto remove something, using a filter 〔用过滤器〕滤除，滤掉

The pump filters out mud.

这台泵滤掉泥浆。

b) to remove words, information etc that you do not need or want 滤除〔不需要的单词、信息等〕

Net users can filter out unwanted emails with software.

网络用户可以使用软件过滤掉不想收到的电子邮件。

Examples from the Corpus

filter out• Once convinced it is easy to filter them out.• They have variable suction for cleaning delicate curtains, as well as thick carpet, and filters that take out allergens as well as dust.• Each spectacle lens then filters one image out, based on its color or polarity.• Don't filter them out because they seem silly, and don't be afraid of being wrong.• The overflow connection should have a filter to keep out insects and an internal dip tube to prevent icy draughts.

→ filter something ↔ out at filter2(1)