refreshment
Americannoun
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something that refreshes, especially food or drink.
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refreshments, articles or portions of food or drink, especially for a light meal.
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the act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed.
- Synonyms:
- renewal, rejuvenation, invigoration
noun
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the act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed
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(plural) snacks and drinks served as a light meal
Etymology
Origin of refreshment
1350–1400; Middle English refresshement < Middle French refreschement. See refresh, -ment
Example Sentences
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Bowles said in offices where the company struggled to retain workers postmerger, it added perks like refreshment fridges, with soft drinks, sparkling water and healthy snacks like fruit and cheese.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
And there are the slices of cucumbers and onions, which add an extra layer of refreshment.
From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026
According to Wilson, the board indicated an “openness” to some unspecified director refreshment over several years and a phased de-staggering of the board over time.
From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026
But the weekend gathering wasn’t all hand-wringing and liquid refreshment.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2025
“Lizzie, open the door, luv. I have some refreshment for you.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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