un·re·fined f47 [unrefined] BrE [ˌʌnrɪˈfaɪnd] NAmE [ˌʌnrɪˈfaɪnd] adjective 1. (of a substance)not separated from the other substances that it is combined with in its natural form •unrefined sugar 2. (of a person or their behaviour)not polite or educated Opp: ↑refined