1. (noun) purification
the act of cleaning by getting rid of impurities
Synonyms: refinement, refining, purgation
2. (noun) refining, refinement, purification
the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)
Synonyms: purgation, nicety, culture, elaboration, shade, subtlety, civilization, cultivation, refining, polish, nuance, civilisation, finish, refinement, purification
3. (noun) purification, purgation
a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites
Synonyms: purgation, purging, purge, refining, katharsis, refinement, catharsis, purification
4. (noun) purification
the act of purging of sin or guilt; moral or spiritual cleansing
Synonyms: refinement, refining, purgation
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