원유, 설탕, 금속 등의 원자재를 순수한 상태나 사용 가능한 상태로 가공하는 사람 또는 기업.
A person, company, or entity that processes raw materials, such as oil, sugar, or metal, into a pure or usable state.
예문:
"The oil refiner announced a significant increase in production capacity this quarter."
"As a leading sugar refiner, the company maintains strict quality control standards."
물질에서 불순물을 제거하기 위해 설계된 기계나 장치.
A machine or apparatus designed to remove impurities from a substance.
예문:
"The paper mill installed a new mechanical refiner to improve the quality of the pulp."
"Molten metal is passed through a specialized refiner to eliminate slag and other contaminants."