verb · to engage in discussion or practice to refine an idea, skill, or piece of work

专家们坐在一起，仔细地磋磨方案中的每一个细节。

to polish and rub a surface

经过工匠的反复磋磨，这块玉石变得温润光滑。

verb · to torture or cause mental or physical distress through hardship

长期的病痛将他磋磨得消瘦了许多。