Looking for the meaning of the word REFRESHMENT in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of REFRESHMENT with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Refreshment
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
late Middle English (in refreshment (sense 2)): from Old French refreschement, from the verb refreschier (see refresh)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
rɪˈfrɛʃm(ə)nt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a light snack or drink
Short Definition:light snack or drink
Examples:- light refreshments are available
- an ample supply of liquid refreshment
Definition:
the giving of fresh strength or energy
Short Definition:giving of fresh strength or energy
Examples:- holidays are for refreshment and recreation
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