refinement

//rɪˈfaɪnmənt//
B2Frequency Level 11Formal
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Noun

refinementSingular
refinementsPlural
1

The process of improving something by making small changes or removing impurities.

The refinement of the design took several months.

2

The quality of being elegant, cultured, or sophisticated in manner, taste, or style.

She admired the refinement of his manners and taste in art.

3

A subtle distinction or improvement in thought, expression, or detail.

The editor suggested several refinements to improve the clarity of the argument.