refresher

noun

re·​fresh·​er ri-ˈfre-shər How to pronounce refresher (audio)
Synonyms of refreshernext
1
: something (such as a drink) that refreshes
2
3
: review or instruction designed especially to keep one abreast of professional developments
refresher course

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For a quick refresher, Pavlov found that if dogs were repeatedly given food while a bell rang, the dogs eventually began salivating at the mere sound of the bell because their brains associated the sound with food. Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 27 June 2026 Their drinks include coffee, matcha, refreshers, fruit smoothies and energy drinks. Emily Harter, Kansas City Star, 24 June 2026 Drivers went through refresher training and safety checks, the union said. Andrew Ramos, CBS News, 23 June 2026 That’s blue, red, and yellow, for those who need a little refresher. Cori Sears, The Spruce, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for refresher

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of refresher was in the 15th century

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“Refresher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refresher. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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refresher

noun
re·​fresh·​er ri-ˈfresh-ər How to pronounce refresher (audio)
1
: something that refreshes
2
: review or instruction designed especially to keep one familiar with professional progress

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