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refinement
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a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
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Other meanings
2. noun
the result of improving something
3. noun
the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)
4. noun
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
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