Main entry: elaborate, complicate, refine, rarify
Definition: make more complex, intricate, or richer
Usage: refine a design or pattern
Main entry: refine
Definition: make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of
Usage: refine a method of analysis; refine the constant in the equation
Main entry: refine
Definition: attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or validity by polishing or purifying
Usage: many valuable nutrients are refined out of the foods in our modern diet
Main entry: polish, refine, fine-tune, down
Definition: improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
Usage: refine one's style of writing
Definition: reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities
Usage: refine sugar
Main entry: refine
Definition: treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition
Usage: refine paper stock; refine pig iron; refine oil