refection

noun

ri-ˈfek-shən How to pronounce refection (audio)
Definition of refectionnext
as in meal
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time refections at the monastery are as spartan as the surroundings

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Recent Examples of refection After silent prayer and refection, the Hoan Bridge will be illuminated to honor them. — Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 3 May 2025
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  1. meal
  2. menu
Noun
  • This is the second year Allen has partnered with the Food Bank of the Rockies to help give away Thanksgiving meal boxes.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • This three-meal-a-day waterside spot also handles service to the chaise lounges on the beach and by the pool.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of meal
Noun
  • The menu is small but delicious, with sandwiches, ceviche and a peach and walnut salad that is to die for.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This isn’t the place to try to engage staffers in meandering conversations, but all are friendly and quick to share menu suggestions for curious diners.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of menu

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“Refection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refection. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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