inspectingandrefining
verb (gerund)UK /ɪnˈspektɪŋ ənd rɪˈfaɪnɪŋ/
US /ɪnˈspektɪŋ ənd rɪˈfaɪnɪŋ/
Looking at something closely to check it and then making it better.
She spent the afternoon inspecting and refining her science project before the fair.
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2. The process of carefully examining a plan or product and making small changes to improve it.
The team's inspecting and refining of the design took three weeks.
3. Checking work for mistakes and then correcting them.
Inspecting and refining the essay helped him earn a higher grade.
4. Looking over something in detail and smoothing out its flaws.
Inspecting and refining the recipe made the cake taste much better.