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   Re·fine

   /rəˈfīn/

   

   verb

   • 1. remove impurities or unwanted elements from (a substance), typically as part of an industrial process: "sugar was refined by boiling it in huge iron vats" Similar purifyclarifyclearcleansestrainsiftfilterrarefydistillconcentrateprocesstreattechnical:rectifyOpposite adulterate
   • ▪ improve (something) by making small changes, in particular make (an idea, theory, or method) more subtle and accurate: "ease of access to computers has refined analysis and presentation of data" Similar improveperfectpolish (up)honetemperfine-tuneelaboratetouch upreviseeditcopyeditcompletefinishfinish offput the final/finishing touches tocrownconsummateinformal:tweakOpposite lose

   Word Origin late 16th century: from re- ‘again’ + the verb fine1, influenced by French raffiner.

   Derivatives

   • 1. refiner noun

   Scrabble Points: 9

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   Apr 22, 2024 · Define is primarily used to describe the process of explaining the meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol clearly and precisely. On the other hand, refine typically refers to the process of making something better by removing unwanted elements or making small modifications.

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   May 1, 2024 · Gist: Students use the Refine and Define worksheet to help them write definitions in their own words. When to use: Practice writing skills while reinforcing vocabulary understanding. Refine and Define is great for classes that use complex terminology.

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   Apr 30, 2024 · Definitions of refiner. noun. one whose work is to refine a specific thing. “he was a sugar refiner ”. see more.

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   15 hours ago · Definitions of overrefined. adjective. excessively delicate or refined. synonyms: superfine. refined. (used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel.

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