replenish

[ ri-plen-ish ]

verb (used with object)

1. to make full or complete again, as by supplying what is lacking, used up, etc.:

   to replenish one's stock of food.

2. to supply (a fire, stove, etc.) with fresh fuel.
3. to fill again or anew.

replenish

/ rɪˈplɛnɪʃ /

verb

1. to make full or complete again by supplying what has been used up or is lacking
2. to put fresh fuel on (a fire)

Derived Forms

• reˈplenisher, noun
• reˈplenishment, noun

Other Words From

• re·plen·ish·er noun
• re·plen·ish·ment noun
• un·re·plen·ished adjective
• well-re·plen·ished adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of replenish¹

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English replenisshen, from Middle French repleniss-, long stem of replenir “to fill,” Old French, equivalent to re- re- + plenir “to fill” (derivative of plein, from Latin plēnus full ¹ )

Word History and Origins

Origin of replenish¹

C14: from Old French replenir , from re- + plenir to fill, from Latin plēnus full

Example Sentences

Organisers said the funds were needed after maintenance and staffing costs had begun to outstrip budgets, and to replenish reserves that had run dry.

From BBC

The Dodgers won the National League West every year from 2013-19, replenishing the minor league system and developing a talent pipeline second to none in the industry.

From Los Angeles Times

Fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, yogurt, kefir and miso help replenish beneficial bacteria and restore gut balance.

From Salon

Hot, dry air can rapidly extract moisture from vegetation, especially when that air is being continuously replenished by strong desert winds.

From Los Angeles Times

By the time you get there, you’re going to be hungry again so grab some lunch to replenish your energy.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• refill
• refresh
• restock
• restore