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

There are plastic boxes overflowing with personal protective equipment, televisions cued to videos and architectural renderings, and a mini fridge full of refreshments. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Suite passengers can also enjoy the Executive Lounge, stocked with refreshments and comfortable, spacious seating with an eager-to-assist concierge. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

This is the finding that tends to catch directors off guard, because board refreshment usually gets discussed as a diversity or skills question rather than a succession question. — Shawn Cole, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026

Others shared concerns about not being able to afford the regular ticket in addition to the refreshments once inside the zoo. — Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 19 Sep. 2026

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