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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Refinery' in a Sentence

"An establishment where something, such as metal, sugar, or petroleum, is processed and purified." more

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We learned in class that a refinery is like a big factory that cleans and purifies materials.
The metal refinery's apprenticeship program trained the next generation of skilled metallurgists.

Refinery

ri-fahy-nuh-ree
nounAn establishment where something, such as metal, sugar, or petroleum, is processed and purified.
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Last Updated On: July 4, 2024
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