refreshen

American  

[ri-fresh-uhn] / rɪˈfrɛʃ ən /

verb (used with or without object)

1. to make or become fresh again; refresh.

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Etymology

Origin of refreshen

First recorded in 1775–85; re- + freshen

Example Sentences

“We’d love to read these fascinating pieces. Could you refreshen in this manner?” they wrote.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 3, 2022

To refreshen their consoles, Sony and Microsoft each introduced new motion controllers that let users watch themselves play sports and dance on their TV screens.

From Reuters • Jun. 3, 2011

"Swift, swift, that time be not lost by little love," cried the others following, "for zeal in doing well may refreshen grace."

From Divine Comedy, Norton's Translation, Purgatory by Norton, Charles Eliot

The body, the mind, constantly strained to the highest exertion, without repose, and something to cheer, refreshen, and re-invigorate it, will speedily fall into disease and death.

From Golden Steps to Respectability, Usefulness and Happiness by Austin, John Mather

Then remove the iron and sponge cloths, then slap with the back of the brush to refreshen and brighten the cloth or garment.

From The Copeland Method A Complete Manual for Cleaning, Repairing, Altering and Pressing All Kinds of Garments for Men and Women, at Home or for Busines by Copeland, Vanness