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refreshment

American  
[ri-fresh-muhnt] / rɪˈfrɛʃ mənt /

noun

  1. something that refreshes, especially food or drink.

  2. refreshments, articles or portions of food or drink, especially for a light meal.

  3. the act of refreshing refreshing or the state of being refreshed.

    Synonyms:
    renewal, rejuvenation, invigoration
refreshment British  
/ rɪˈfrɛʃmənt /

noun

  1. the act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed

  2. (plural) snacks and drinks served as a light meal

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of refreshment

1350–1400; Middle English refresshement < Middle French refreschement. See refresh, -ment

Example Sentences

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Currently making up only 3% of refreshment beverage volumes, the group still has plenty of room to run.

From Barron's

The French club said access to the concourse remained open so supporters could "use the toilets or go to the refreshment stands" during this waiting period.

From BBC

Invite some folks over, have them bring refreshments and bills, school forms, jury-duty summonses—whatever looms.

From The Wall Street Journal

Enjoy the escapist refreshment, is what she's saying.

From Salon

The ranger service thanked emergency services who responded to the alert and local businesses that provided accommodation, food and refreshments.

From BBC

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