refresher

noun

re·​fresh·​er ri-ˈfre-shər 

1

: something (such as a drink) that refreshes

2

: reminder

3

: review or instruction designed especially to keep one abreast of professional developments

refresher course

Examples of refresher in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That training doesn’t stop after onboarding, either — employees have to come back for refreshers every year. — Laurie Mermet, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2026

As this summer's refresher and soda drink wars heat up, McDonald's is upping the ante and teaming up with Red Bull to add new energy drinks to its menu. — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026

However, Mattingly acknowledged that the day off came at a good time for Bohm, who seems to be in need of a refresher. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

The drink buckets can be filled with a guest's choice of iced coffee or a refresher from Dunkin's menu. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing refresher

• refresher course

Rhymes for refresher

• acupressure
• overpressure
• flesher
• fresher
• pressure
• thresher

Kids Definition

refresher

noun

re·​fresh·​er ri-ˈfresh-ər 

1

: something that refreshes

2

: review or instruction designed especially to keep one familiar with professional progress