research and developmentglossary / RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT research and development. An effort (as by a company or business enterprise) to create or improve products or services, esp. by discovering new technology or advancing existing technology. — Abbr. R and D; R & D. 词条贡献者 法律翻译Iris,毕业于一所旨在培养高级翻译专业人才的翻译院校,专注翻译各类与资本市场有关的法律文件。