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 and lemonade will be served, and Polk’s books will be available for purchase. —Frederick deBary Day, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Feb. 15. —Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025

The caravan will leave at 9:45 am, and the event will also include refreshments, guest speakers and a DJ. —Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 19 Jan. 2025

Photo : Gabe Border The media room comes with a refreshment area. —Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2025

Fans are invited to exclusively shop the merchandise and learn more about the brands behind the collection while enjoying music and refreshments. —Hannah Malach, WWD, 14 Jan. 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