Processing and Refining

Processing

Processing noun - Preparing or putting through a prescribed procedure.
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Refining and processing are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Refining" instead a noun "Processing".

Refining

Refining noun - The process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.).
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Processing and refining are semantically related. You can use "Processing" instead a noun "Refining".

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