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refresh

Syllabification: (re·fresh)

Pronunciation: /riˈfreSH/

Definition of refresh

[with object]

give new strength or energy to; reinvigorate:the shower had refreshed her (as adjective refreshed)I awoke feeling calm and refreshed
stimulate or jog (someone’s memory) by checking or going over previous information:he was able to refresh her memory on many points
revise or update (skills or knowledge):short-term courses give nurses an opportunity to refresh their skills
Computing update the display on (a screen).
chiefly North American pour more (drink) for someone or refill (a container) with drink:the tea is cold and the pot needs refreshing
place or keep (food) in cold water so as to cool or maintain freshness.

Computing

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French refreschier, from re- 'back' + fres(che) 'fresh'

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