refining

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)
  2. verb improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
  3. verb make more complex, intricate, or richer

In classic literature

Synonyms

refinement, purification

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