Synonyms for

Refinery

Verb / rɪˈfaɪnɜ:i: / Another word for refinery — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A refinery is a factory or plant where crude oil is purified and processed into more useful products like gasoline, diesel fuel, and kerosene.

Synonyms & similar words

distillery factory mill plant works smelter foundry workshop laboratory

Synonyms by register

Formal

processing plant extraction facility industrial complex

Informal

plant works operation

Antonyms

source origin beginning raw unprocessed natural

Common collocations

  • oil refinery
  • sugar refinery
  • gas refinery
  • refinery worker
  • refinery complex
  • refinery operations
  • refinery emissions

Word family

noun refinery
verb refine
adjective refined
adverb refinedly

Usage note

A refinery is a facility where raw materials are processed into more useful products. It is often associated with industries like oil, sugar, or metals.

Example sentences

  1. The refinery workers wear special suits to protect them from the chemicals.
  2. The refinery produces gasoline and diesel fuel for cars and trucks.
  3. The oil refinery is located near the port so that the crude oil can be easily transported.
  4. The refinery is shutting down for maintenance next month.
  5. The new refinery will create hundreds of jobs in the area.

Quotes

  • "I worked at a refinery for a summer job and hated it."
  • "The oil refinery was a major source of pollution in the area."
  • "The refinery is the backbone of our economy."

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