refinement
/rɪˈfaɪnmənt/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #6616 in the learning path
改进；完善
Definitions
n. A small change that makes something better or more effective.
改进；完善
n. The process of removing unwanted substances from a material.
精炼；提纯
n. Polite behaviour and good taste in social or cultural matters.
优雅；文雅
Example
One small refinement made the chair much more comfortable.
一处小小的改进让这把椅子舒适了许多。
Continued refinement of water treatment methods can improve public health while reducing the cost of supplying clean water.
持续改进水处理方法，可以改善公共健康，同时降低清洁用水的供应成本。
Collocations
- further refinement
- a refinement to the design
- the refinement of raw materials
Word family
- refine (v.)
- refined (adj.)
- refinery (n.)
Synonyms
- improvement
- polish
Usage tip
具体改进可数；改进过程、提纯或文雅通常不可数。
FAQ
- What does refinement mean?
- A small change that makes something better or more effective. The process of removing unwanted substances from a material. Polite behaviour and good taste in social or cultural matters.
- How is refinement pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈfaɪnmənt/, US /rɪˈfaɪnmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
