Refining: meaning, definitions and examples

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refining

 

[ rɪˈfaɪnɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

improving processes

Refining means to improve or perfect by making small changes or additions. It involves the process of making something more precise or polished by removing impurities or unwanted elements.

Synonyms

improve, perfect, polish

Examples of usage

  • The company is constantly refining its production methods to increase efficiency.
  • She spent hours refining her presentation to make sure it was flawless.

Translations

Translations of the word "refining" in other languages:

🇵🇹 refinar

🇮🇳 शोधन

🇩🇪 verfeinern

🇮🇩 memurnikan

🇺🇦 очищення

🇵🇱 rafinacja

🇯🇵 精製 (せいせい)

🇫🇷 raffiner

🇪🇸 refinar

🇹🇷 arıtma

🇰🇷 정제 (정밀하게 하다)

🇸🇦 تكرير

🇨🇿 rafinace

🇸🇰 rafinácia

🇨🇳 精炼 (jīngliàn)

🇸🇮 rafiniranje

🇮🇸 hreinsun

🇰🇿 тазарту

🇬🇪 გაფილტვრა

🇦🇿 təmizləmə

🇲🇽 refinar

Etymology

The word 'refining' originated from the Middle English term 'refinen', which came from the Old French word 'refiner', meaning 'to reduce to a pure state'. The concept of refining has been essential throughout history, especially in industries such as metalwork, where refining processes are used to purify materials. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader sense of improvement and perfection.

See also: refinable, refine, refined, refinedly, refinement, refiner, unrefined.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,269 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.