affination
|af-fi-na-tion|
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/əˈfɪneɪʃən/
sugar refining
Etymology
Etymology Information
'affination' originates from French, specifically the word 'affiner,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'fin' meant 'end' or 'refine.'
Historical Evolution
'affiner' transformed into the English word 'affination' and has been used in the context of sugar refining.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to refine or purify,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of refining sugar by removing impurities.
The affination process is crucial in producing high-quality sugar.
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Last updated: 2025/05/23 04:21