Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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refinement | Yes | No | No | No |
culture | Yes | No | Yes | No |
refinement (noun) | culture (noun) |
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the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste | the raising of plants or animals |
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude | (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar) |
the result of improving something | the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group |
the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) | all the knowledge and values shared by a society |
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality | the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization |
a particular society at a particular time and place | |
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality |
refinement (verb) | culture (verb) |
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grow in a special preparation |