1. A complex, refined, or advanced method or process that involves intricate techniques or technology
The laboratory uses a sophisticated procedure to analyze blood samples.
O laboratório utiliza um procedimento sofisticado para analisar amostras de sangue.
2. A well-developed and elegant approach to solving a problem or completing a task
The new software employs a sophisticated procedure for data encryption.
O novo software emprega um procedimento sofisticado para criptografia de dados.