Refine Definition & Meaning
refine
- verb
- improve or perfect by pruning or polishing; "refine one's style of writing"
- make more complex, intricate, or richer; "refine a design or pattern"
- treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition; "refine paper stock"; "refine pig iron"; "refine oil"
- reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities; "refine sugar"
- attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or validity by polishing or purifying; "many valuable nutrients are refined out of the foods in our modern diet"
- make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of; "refine a method of analysis"; "refine the constant in the equation"
"Refine" in song lyrics
See how refine is used in real songs:
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"That's when he took it back to Build, Teach, And Refine"
Bolo Gah f/ Dragonfly — What's Going On -
"Of some more top minds, align refine"
The Cenobites (Kool Keith & Godfather Don) f/ Percee-P — You're Late -
"The fifth degree in the mathematics; power refine"
Chief Kamachi — Little African Girl
Words that rhyme with refine
Usage tips for "refine"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "refine" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for refine to find words that pair well.