refinement
US /rɪˈfaɪn.mənt/
UK /rɪˈfaɪn.mənt/
名詞
1.
改進, 完善
the process of improving something by making small changes, in particular making it more subtle, precise, or effective
範例:
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The software underwent several refinements before its release.
該軟體在發布前經過了多次改進。
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The chef made a few refinements to the recipe.
廚師對食譜做了一些改進。
2.
高雅, 文雅
elegance and good taste in manners and appearance
範例:
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Her speech was delivered with great refinement and grace.
她的演講充滿了優雅和風度。
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He possessed an air of natural refinement.
他散發著一種天生的高雅氣質。