sitko

Sitko is a Polish noun that primarily refers to a small sieve or strainer. It is used in cooking and food preparation to separate liquids from solids, such as when straining soups, sauces, or stocks. Sitko may be made of metal, plastic, or nylon mesh and can be designed to sit over a pot, or as a handheld device.

In addition to its culinary meaning, Sitko is a surname of Slavic origin. It occurs in Poland and among communities with Polish or other Slavic heritage. As a surname, it may have originated from an occupational nickname or a place name, but specific etymologies vary by family.

Outside of these contexts, the term occurs infrequently in other technical or cultural uses, and there are no widely recognized alternative definitions in major English-language references.