| fining | 1. The act of imposing a fin. 2. <chemistry> The process of fining or refining; clarification; also, the conversion of cast iron into suitable for puddling, in a hearth or charcoal fire. 3. That which is used to refine; especially, a preparation of isinglass, gelatin, etc, for clarifying beer. Fining pot, a vessel in which metals are refined. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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