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to refine
01
to remove unwanted or harmful substances from another substance
Transitive: to refine a substance
Examples
The water treatment plant uses filtration methods to refine drinking water and remove contaminants.
02
to improve by making small adjustments or removing impurities to enhance quality or effectiveness
Transitive: to refine sth
Examples
She refined her essay by revising the structure and clarifying key points.
03
to make something less intense, forceful, or vigorous
Transitive: to refine sth
Examples
The medication helped refine the pain, making it more bearable.
04
to make something more precise, detailed, or excellent
Transitive: to refine sth
Examples
The scientist refined the experiment to improve the accuracy of the results.
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