refine
/ɹɪˈfaɪn/
refine
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- 1.
To remove impurities or unwanted elements, or to improve something by making small changes.
"Crude oil is refined to make gasoline, or a plan can be refined."
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We need to refine the sugar.
We need to refine the sugar.
Can you help me refine my essay?
Can you help me refine my essay?
The engineers will refine the design.
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Frequently asked about refine
How do you pronounce refine?
refine is pronounced [/ɹɪˈfaɪn/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does refine mean?
refine means "refine". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is refine?
refine is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "We need to refine the sugar." — used to mean "refine".
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