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Webster 1913 Edition


Refreshment

Re-fresh′ment

(-ment)
,
Noun.
[CF. OF.
refreschissement
, F.
rafraîchissement
.]
1.
The act of refreshing, or the state of being refreshed; restoration of strength, spirit, vigor, or liveliness; relief after suffering; new life or animation after depression.
2.
That which refreshes; means of restoration or reanimation; especially, an article of food or drink.

Webster 1828 Edition


Refreshment

REFRESH'MENT

, n.
1.
Act of refreshing; or new strength or vigor received after fatigue; relief after suffering; applied to the body.
2.
New life or animation after depression; applied to the mind or spirits.
3.
That which gives fresh strength or vigor, as food or rest.

Definition 2024


refreshment

refreshment

English

Noun

refreshment (plural refreshments)

  1. The action of refreshing; a means of restoring strength, energy or vigour.
  2. A light snack or fresh drink without alcohol.

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