Definitions

refreshment

[ri-fresh-muhnt] / rɪˈfrɛʃ mənt /

NOUN

small amount of food or drink

Synonyms

STRONGEST

snack

STRONG

bite pick-me-up spread tidbit

Example Sentences

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TANNER: We’ve started to see some traction around our refreshment brand, Ice Breakers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

And there are the slices of cucumbers and onions, which add an extra layer of refreshment.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

Currently making up only 3% of refreshment beverage volumes, the group still has plenty of room to run.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

But the weekend gathering wasn’t all hand-wringing and liquid refreshment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2025

So take refreshment, take your ease in hall, and cheer the time with stories.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer