Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed: The process of restoring strength, energy, or spirits through rest, relaxation, or enjoyment.
   • (Often plural: refreshments) Light food and drink: A small amount of food and drink, typically served at a social event, meeting, or as a break.

Examples of Usage

• Noun (State/Act of Refreshing):

  • A short walk in the cool air provided welcome refreshment.
  • The holiday was a necessary refreshment for her weary mind.

• Noun (Food and Drink):

  • Refreshments will be served after the lecture.
  • We stopped at a roadside stand for some light refreshment.

Advanced Usage

• "To take refreshment": To consume food or drink, especially in a light or informal manner.
  • The travelers stopped at the inn to take refreshment.

Variants and Related Words

• Refresh (verb): To give new strength or energy to; to reinvigorate.
  • A cold shower will refresh you.
• Refreshing (adjective): Serving to refresh; pleasantly new, different, or interesting.
  • A refreshing drink of lemonade.

Synonyms

• Revival: The act of bringing back to life, consciousness, or strength.
• Nourishment: The food necessary for growth, health, and good condition.
• Snack: A small amount of food eaten between meals.

Related Phrases

• Refreshment break: A short pause in an activity for the purpose of having light food or drink.
  • The conference schedule includes a 20-minute refreshment break at 10:30 AM.

Related Idioms

• Food for thought: Something that provokes thinking or serious consideration. (Conceptually related as intellectual refreshment).
  • The speaker's ideas provided plenty of food for thought.

Noun

1. activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation
   • time for rest and refreshment by the pool
   • days of joyous recreation with his friends
2. snacks and drinks served as a light meal