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

The Haraz Coffee House menu includes traditional and espresso drinks, coffee and iced refreshers, along with a variety of food items, such as pastries, croissants and cheesecakes. —Evan Moore november 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 Nov. 2025

With those nuances in mind, here's a refresher on the city's yard waste disposal policies. —Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 14 Nov. 2025

Where to Eat Breakfast Coffee lovers will want to fuel up for a day exploring Coconut Creek at Cali Coffee, a South Florida drive-thru coffee chain known for its frozen drinks, refreshers, shakes, and more. —Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025

Boasting Glinda's signature pink, this fizzy refresher features strawberry, dragonfruit, and blueberry flavors brought to life with sparkling water. —Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025

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