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 法律翻译郭敏,毕业于欧洲顶尖的高级翻译学院,擅长翻译涉及互动娱乐领域的法律文件。