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

Light refreshments will be provided and there will be giveaways. — Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026

Alongside Sunday’s cycling route, organizers set up activities and refreshments for cyclists in Grant Park’s Butler Field. — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026

Enjoy refreshments and be the first to see this new Atlanta-area exhibit. — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026

In the first half hour there will be time to socialize, network, visit interest group displays, participate in the raffle, and enjoy refreshments, a news release stated. — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Aug. 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