refine
/rɪˈfaɪn/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #6918 in the learning path
改进；完善
Definitions
v. Improve something by making small, careful changes
改进；完善
v. Remove unwanted substances from a raw material
精炼；提纯
Example
I refined my recipe by adding less sugar.
我减少了糖的用量，改进了自己的食谱。
Schools can refine their teaching methods by collecting regular feedback from students with different learning needs.
学校可以定期收集有不同学习需求的学生的反馈，以改进教学方法。
Collocations
- refine a technique
- refine a proposal
- refine crude oil
Word family
- refinement (n.)
- refined (adj.)
- refinery (n.)
Synonyms
- improve
- purify
Usage tip
既可指完善方法，也可指提纯原材料。
FAQ
- What does refine mean?
- Improve something by making small, careful changes Remove unwanted substances from a raw material
- How is refine pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈfaɪn/, US /rɪˈfaɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
