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Synonyms for Purification (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)):
refinement, refining

WordNet sense 2 (a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites):
purgation


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