rə̇ˈfreshmənt, rēˈf- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English refresshement, from Middle French refreschement, from refreschier to refresh + -ment
1. : the act of refreshing or state of being refreshed:
a. : spiritual restoration : reanimation of the soul
often turned for guidance, inspiration, and refreshment to the masters of his boyhood — B.R.Redman
b. : restoration of strength, spirit, vigor, or liveliness especially after fatigue or depression
walking … for the refreshment of the frosty air — Charles Dickens
2.
a. : something (as food, drink) that refreshes : means of restoration or reanimation
b. refreshments plural : a light meal : lunch
serve refreshments at a card party
a booth for refreshments was set up on the fairgrounds