refresher
Americannoun
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a person or thing that refreshes.
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British. a partial or interim fee paid to a lawyer during a prolonged case.
noun
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something that refreshes, such as a cold drink
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English law a fee, additional to that marked on the brief, paid to counsel in a case that lasts more than a day
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Etymology
Origin of refresher
First recorded in 1375–1425, refresher is from the late Middle English word refressher. See refresh, -er 1
Example Sentences
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Stefan Johnson, who jumped into the water, had been on a refresher life-saving course just three weeks before the incident at Bryngarw Country Park in Bridgend.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
They serve in a unique militia system in which army conscripts do at least four months' service before being called up repeatedly over a decade for weeks-long refresher sessions.
From Barron's ● Jun. 14, 2026
During the trial, the jury was told Pike was trained to the most advanced level of police driving, had received all relevant refresher training, and was authorised for pursuit driving.
From BBC ● Jan. 21, 2026
As a history refresher, the Constitution vests Congress with the power to “coin Money, regulate the Value thereof” and to “fix the Standard of Weights and Measures.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 20, 2026
Nigro went over the drill with us as we left the classroom, but I felt we hardly needed a refresher.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
Upstart beverage chains like Swig have quickly grown in recent years in response to demand for so-called dirty sodas and fruity refreshers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 13, 2026
It has rolled out a range of coffee drinks, refreshers, and “dirty sodas” with add-ins like dried fruit and flavored syrups.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2025
If a dog is successful in becoming a fire investigation dog, it can usually work for about 10 years, with skills kept sharp through annual training refreshers, LFB added.
From BBC ● Feb. 28, 2025
You can start and stop the video, working at your own pace, with seven animated mini-courses offering refreshers on the rules of the road and safe navigation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2024
Many Indian officials will not discharge even the ordinary duties of their office without frequent "refreshers" from the people amongst whom they work.
From India and the Indians by Elwin, Edward Fenton
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