refreshment

noun

re·​fresh·​ment ri-ˈfresh-mənt How to pronounce refreshment (audio)
1
: the act of refreshing : the state of being refreshed
2
a
: something (such as food or drink) that refreshes
b refreshments plural
(1)
: a light meal
(2)
: assorted light foods

Examples of refreshment in a Sentence

Light refreshments will be served at the meeting. The workers were in need of refreshment. We went camping for relaxation and refreshment.
Recent Examples on the Web Light refreshments will also be offered after the program. Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 24 May 2024 Popcorn, snow cones, and water will be provided for free, and kosher hot dogs and other refreshments will be available for purchase. Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for refreshment 

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'refreshment.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of refreshment was in the 14th century

Dictionary Entries Near refreshment

Cite this Entry

“Refreshment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refreshment. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

refreshment

noun
re·​fresh·​ment ri-ˈfresh-mənt How to pronounce refreshment (audio)
1
: the act of refreshing : the state of being refreshed
2
a
: something that refreshes
b
plural : a light meal
refreshments will be served after the meeting
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!