refresher

noun

re·​fresh·​er ri-ˈfre-shər How to pronounce refresher (audio)
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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LaVon suggests gently cleansing the scalp with a refresher spray after sweating, followed by a few drops of lightweight oil like grapeseed. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 4 Sep. 2025 New concerns, past trauma In the lead-up to school, Ritter was already meeting with Ascension Catholic Academy staff for regular safety refresher training when the shootings happened at Annunciation. Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 31 Aug. 2025 Watch this video to see how to make a DIY refresher spray for your home. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025 In the meantime, if your teen does plan to use Spotify, be sure to sit down for a refresher discussion on internet safety—because when kids are using the platform to enjoy music with their friends, getting unwanted harassment from strangers should be the last thing on their minds. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 28 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for refresher

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 9 Sep. 2025.

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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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