refreshment

noun

re·​fresh·​ment ri-ˈfresh-mənt 

1

: the act of refreshing : the state of being refreshed

2

a

: something (such as food or drink) that refreshes

b refreshments plural

(1)

: a light meal

(2)

: assorted light foods

Examples of refreshment in a Sentence

Light refreshments will be served at the meeting.

The workers were in need of refreshment.

We went camping for relaxation and refreshment.

Recent Examples on the Web

Festivities will feature an outdoor runway fashion show, refreshments, in-store experiences, live modeling and music. —La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025

The Firefly in Bloom workshop, presented by Aromatic Acres, includes instruction on floral arrangement, refreshments, and entrance to the fair. —Elaine Rewolinski, jsonline.com, 22 July 2025

Bus transportation will be provided to the program locations as well as light refreshments. —Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 21 July 2025

With access to a private bath and steam room, couples can indulge in an aromatic, milky cleanse, accompanied by refreshments and sparkling wine. —Dahvi Shira, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing refreshment

• liquid refreshment

Kids Definition

refreshment

noun

re·​fresh·​ment ri-ˈfresh-mənt 

1

: the act of refreshing : the state of being refreshed

2

a

: something that refreshes

b

plural : a light meal

refreshments will be served after the meeting