sophisticatedprocess
nounUK /səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd ˈprəʊsɛs/
US /səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd ˈprɑːsɛs/
A fancy way of doing something that has many steps and needs care.
Making chocolate from cocoa beans is a sophisticated process that takes many days.
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2. A way of doing something that uses special knowledge or skill.
The scientist explained the sophisticated process used to test the water.
3. A series of careful steps that a computer or machine follows.
The robot uses a sophisticated process to sort the packages.
4. A complicated way of handling a task that involves many people or parts.
Planning the school fair was a sophisticated process with many helpers.