Main Entry: re·fec·tion

Pronunciation: \ri-ˈfek-shən\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English refeccioun, from Anglo-French refectiun, from Latin refection-, refectio, from reficere to restore, from re- + facere to make — more at do

Date: 14th century

1 : refreshment of mind, spirit, or body; especially : nourishment
2 a : the taking of refreshment b : food and drink together : repast