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| reforming | |
| 1. n. reformation |  |
| 2. n. (chemistry) A catalytic process, whereby short-chain molecules are combined to make larger ones; used in the petrochemical industry. | |
| reform | |
| 1. n. The change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it | |
| The elections need to undergo a serious reform. | |
| A major reform is needed to improve the efficiency in the factory. | |
| 2. v. To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better | |
| to reform a profligate man; to reform corrupt manners or morals; to reform a criminal | |
| 3. v. (intransitive) To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits | |
| It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform. | |
| 4. v. (transitive, intransitive) To form again or in a new configuration. | |
| This product contains reformed meat. | |
| The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack. | |
| The pop group reformed for one final tour. | |
