superfine

[soo-per-fahyn]

adjective

1. extra fine, as in grain or texture; unusually fine.

   superfine sugar.

2. extra fine in quality.

3. excessively refined; overnice.

   superfine manners.

superfine

/ ˌsuːpəˈfaɪn /

adjective

1. of exceptional fineness or quality

2. excessively refined

Other Word Forms

• superfineness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of superfine¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; super-, fine ¹

Example Sentences

Our critic explained that “While ‘superfine’ is a tailor’s term for the best wool suiting fabric, in the context of this show it is also dandiacal black vernacular for ‘stylin’ out.’”

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A cloud of superfine ash descended, slightly reducing visibility and coming to rest on vehicles’ windshields.

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The researchers also mounted superfine nets in front of the windows to keep birds from actually hitting the glass.

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The author of the post worked in the second application with superfine 0000 steel wool, but using a synthetic pad would be safer.

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It makes for a slightly less sweet donut, so if you prefer superfine sugar, go for it.

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