refine
/rʌfˈaɪn/
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Definitions
Verb
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing; "refine one''s style of writing"
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make more complex, intricate, or richer; "refine a design or pattern"
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treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition; "refine paper stock"; "refine pig iron"; "refine oil"
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reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities; "refine sugar"
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attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or validity by polishing or purifying; "many valuable nutrients are refined out of the foods in our modern diet"
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make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of; "refine a method of analysis"; "refine the constant in the equation"
More General Terms
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More Specific Terms
civilise
civilize
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develop
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