1. the process of clarifying a liquid (such as wine or beer) by removing suspended particles
Usage: winemaking and brewing term

1. present participle of fine; to clarify or purify a liquid by removing impurities
2. present participle of fine; to impose a monetary penalty on someone

Examples

• The winemaker is fining the red wine with egg whites to remove cloudiness.
• Fining is an essential step in producing clear beer.
• The referee is fining the player for unsportsmanlike conduct.
• They are fining the company for violating environmental regulations.
• The process of fining clarifies the liquid before bottling.