refine vs refining

refine is not a noun while refining is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
refine	No	No	Yes	No
refining	Yes	No	No	No

refine (noun)	refining (noun)
	the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)

refine (verb)	refining (verb)
reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition
attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or intensity by polishing or purifying
make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of
make more complex, intricate, or richer