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 译者Vicky,毕业于世界顶级翻译学院,擅长翻译各种与债权人权利及破产诉讼相关的法律文件。