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

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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

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Etymology

Origin of refreshment

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

Example Sentences

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

And there are the slices of cucumbers and onions, which add an extra layer of refreshment.

From Salon

“A guest! A guest in my gates and I have offered her no refreshment!”

From Literature

There will also be a marketplace with vendors and refreshments.

From Los Angeles Times

The kid who was sitting next to Dad in the auditorium is holding on to Dad’s hand and dragging him along toward the refreshment tables.

From Literature

Related Words

• snack