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

But first, a refresher on how to build a better brunch classic. —Emily Price, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025

Press play on some 1960s French pop music and read on for a refresher. —Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 1 May 2025

Related Articles Oakland voters say tight mayoral race came down to experience versus upstart energy Need a refresher on the Sheng Thao and East Bay federal corruption probes? —Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025

Since The Accountant was released in 2016, viewers who have seen the movie previously may need a refresher before seeing The Accountant 2, while audiences seeing the film for the first time may gain a greater understanding of Christian’s backstory before seeing the sequel. —Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 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