refreshment
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for refreshment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Food or drink taken to restore energy, especially a light snack.
How to use refreshment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Recorded in English since the 1600s, from Old French refrescher, "to refresh," ultimately from re- plus fresche ("fresh").
Full origin of refreshment →Frequently asked questions
What does “refreshment” mean?
The word “refreshment” means food or drink taken to restore energy, especially a light snack. In plain terms, usually used for snacks and drinks laid out at an event, or more generally for anything that restores your energy.
How do you pronounce “refreshment”?
“Refreshment” is pronounced rih-FREHSH-muhnt (/ɹɪˈfɹɛʃ.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “refreshment” in a sentence?
Here is “refreshment” used in a sentence: “Refreshments were served during the intermission.”
What part of speech is “refreshment”?
“Refreshment” is a noun.
Where does the word “refreshment” come from?
The word “refreshment” dates back to around 1600 and comes from Old French. Recorded in English since the 1600s, from Old French refrescher, "to refresh," ultimately from re- plus fresche ("fresh").
How many meanings does “refreshment” have?
“Refreshment” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: food or drink taken to restore energy, especially a light snack.