REFINE

(verb) make more complex, intricate, or richer
"refine a design or pattern"
synonyms : complicate , elaborate , rarify
'to complicate matters further" -added by nsrees
(verb) make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of
"refine a method of analysis", "refine the constant in the equation"
(verb) 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"
(verb) improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
"refine one's style of writing"
synonyms : down , fine-tune , polish
(verb) reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities
"refine sugar"
synonyms : rectify
(verb) treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition
"refine paper stock", "refine pig iron", "refine oil"

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