refreshment

[ ri-fresh-muhnt ]

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: rejuvenation, invigoration, renewal

refreshment

/ rɪˈfrɛʃmənt /

noun

1. the act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed
2. plural snacks and drinks served as a light meal

Word History and Origins

Origin of refreshment¹

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

Example Sentences

Pro tip: Becoming “Chuckmark certified” comes with a discount on refreshments from the Dome Dozens menu.

From Los Angeles Times

However, they do enjoy one parkrun tradition – refreshments afterwards, including tea, coffee, biscuits and sometimes cake.

From BBC

We’re looking into what it costs to see Seattle teams compete, from transportation and tickets to stadium refreshments.

From Seattle Times

“I will explain. Her Royal Highness the Princess Louise will honor a very few of her fellow passengers at an evening reception in the near future. A little music and light refreshment.”

From Literature

The spring festival, on the banks of the Neckar river, opened last Saturday and runs for 23 days into next month, with a variety of rides, stalls, snack bars and marquees offering refreshments and entertainment.

From BBC

Related Words

• snack