ˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən ˈkʌlt͡ʃɚ ˈkʌlt͡ʃə ˈfɪnɪʃ ˈpəʊlɪʃ ˈpoʊlɪʃ ɹəˈfaɪnmənt a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality they performed with great polish I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose almost an inspiration which gives to all work that finish which is almost art