noun

refresher

ree-FREH-shuh

Refresher (noun) means a quick review meant to bring knowledge or skills back to mind. Example: “The instructor gave a refresher on knife safety before the cooking class began.”

noun

A quick review meant to bring knowledge or skills back to mind.

"The instructor gave a refresher on knife safety before the cooking class began."

"I took a refresher course before renewing my driving license."

Something that revives or renews, such as a drink.

"A cold lemonade makes a great refresher on a hot day."

How to use refresher

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomething — usually a short lesson — that brings back knowledge you already had but had grown rusty on.

Common pairings

refresher course a quick refresher need a refresher

Word forms

refreshers plural

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Etymology

Formed from refresh plus the agent suffix -er.

Synonyms

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refresher course

Rhymes for refresher

fresher

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Frequently asked questions

What does “refresher” mean?

The word “refresher” means a quick review meant to bring knowledge or skills back to mind. In plain terms, something — usually a short lesson — that brings back knowledge you already had but had grown rusty on.

How do you pronounce “refresher”?

“Refresher” is pronounced ree-FREH-shuh (/ɹɪˈfɹɛʃɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “refresher” in a sentence?

Here is “refresher” used in a sentence: “The instructor gave a refresher on knife safety before the cooking class began.”

What part of speech is “refresher”?

“Refresher” is a noun.

How many meanings does “refresher” have?

“Refresher” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a quick review meant to bring knowledge or skills back to mind.