Meaning of refinement
Definition of refinement
(noun)
a
highly
developed
state
of perfection; having a
flawless
or
impeccable
quality; "they performed with
great
polish"; "I
admired
the
exquisite
refinement of his prose"; "almost an
inspiration
which gives to all
work
that
finish
which is
almost
art"--Joseph Conrad
the
result
of
improving
something; "he
described
a refinement of this technique"
the
process
of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or
sugar
etc.)
a
subtle
difference
in
meaning
or
opinion
or attitude; "without
understanding
the
finer
nuances you can't
enjoy
the humor"; "don't
argue
about
shades
of meaning"
the
quality
of
excellence
in
thought
and
manners
and taste; "a man of
intellectual
refinement"; "he is remembered for his
generosity
and civilization"
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