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refine

verb
  1. make more complex, intricate, or richer
    “refine a design or pattern”
    elaborate
  2. make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of
    “refine a method of analysis”
  3. 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”
  4. improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
    “refine one's style of writing”
    down
  5. reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state
    rectify
  6. treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition
    “refine paper stock”