refine
refine(
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fayn
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
1. (to process)
a. refinar
This is the facility where we refine the oil.Esta es la instalación donde refinamos el petróleo.
2. (to improve)
a. pulir
Studying the music of Duke Ellington and Gil Evans helped Steve to refine his composition skills.Estudiar la música de Duke Ellington y Gil Evans ayudó a Steve a pulir su destreza como compositor.
b. perfeccionar
The martial arts student refined her technique studying with a wushu master.La alumna de artes marciales perfeccionó su técnica estudiando con un maestro de wushu.
c. refinar
She refined her style as a painter after a stint in Paris.Refinó su estilo como pintora tras una estancia en París.
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