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

“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

“It’s becoming very common,” said Katie Fugate, a designer at Maeve Design Collective in Scottsdale, Ariz., noting that the detailing of these refreshment nooks is often as upscale as a high-end kitchen.

From Seattle Times

The current owners currently run an accommodation business from the house as well as a refreshment kiosk for walkers in the summer months, he said.

From BBC

Such an energy refreshment is especially welcome at this stage in the "GBBO" lifespan, when it seems like the pros are running out of challenges that can stump the bakers, many of whose skills might offer the pros some competition.

From Salon

Somanath said he implemented other small changes, such as encouraging break time, informal problem-solving chats and refreshment kiosks where employees can meet for tea.

From Reuters

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• snack