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 report noted that Singapore Airlines had taken multiple actions to improve safety following the incident, per CNA, including enhancing its turbulence monitoring tools by providing flight crew with electronic tablets, providing crews with refresher training on managing turbulence, and more. —Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026

The buckets can be filled with iced coffee or refreshers and are fully customizable — customers can choose their preferred flavors and sweetness. —Melina Khan, USA Today, 20 May 2026

As a refresher, the epic Yellowstone finale saw the Dutton family finally uncover how patriarch John Dutton was killed by an assassin hired by Jamie’s (Wes Bentley) girlfriend. —Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026

Here’s a refresher for southeast Fort Worth readers on where the project stands. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 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