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refine

/rɪˈfaɪn/

Translations

refineverb

refined

Past Simple

refined

Past Participle

refining

Gerund

/rɪˈfaɪn/

The author decided to refine the manuscript before submitting it to the publisher.

L’auteur a décidé d’affiner le manuscrit avant de le soumettre à l’éditeur.

The company uses a special process to refine crude oil into gasoline.

L’entreprise utilise un procédé spécial pour raffiner le pétrole brut en essence.

Additional translations

polirAu sens figuré, pour les mœurs, le goût ou le caractère.

perfectionnerS’emploie pour une méthode, une technique ou un système.

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refineverb

To remove impurities or unwanted elements from a substance.

The company uses a special process to refine crude oil into gasoline.

To improve something by making small changes.

The author decided to refine the manuscript before submitting it to the publisher.

To make a theory, method, or system more precise or effective.

The scientists worked to refine their hypothesis based on the new data.

To cultivate or improve someone’s manners, tastes, or character so that they become more polished or cultured.

Living abroad helped to refine his social manners and broaden his tastes.