refill
Americanverb (used with or without object)
noun
verb
noun
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a replacement for a consumable substance in a permanent container
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a second or subsequent filling
a refill at the petrol station
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informal another drink to replace one already drunk
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of refill
Explanation
To refill is to fill something again, the way you refill your motorcycle's gas tank or refill your cat's water bowl when you notice it's almost empty. You can also refill a prescription, by going to the pharmacy and getting another month's worth of medication. The bottle of pills itself can also be called a refill. People commonly use this word as a noun for the act of filling up, too: "Hey, grab that waiter and ask for a refill on the Cokes!"
Vocabulary lists containing refill
Example Sentences
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By choosing the cheese sticks for the deal, you’ve essentially broken even on your first plate, making every refill pure profit.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
Meanwhile, there will be elevated demand from governments looking to refill depleted oil stockpiles and protect themselves against future shocks.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
The study concludes it will take 46 months—nearly four years—for manufacturers to refill the U.S. inventory.
From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026
“I mean, unless it’s to Europe and you can’t refill on the way back, which is the whole issue.”
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
He went right to the gold and started to refill his sack.
From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff
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