noun

refresher

ree-FREH-shuh

noun

A quick review meant to bring knowledge or skills back to mind.

"The instructor gave a refresher on knife safety before the cooking class began."

"I took a refresher course before renewing my driving license."

Something that revives or renews, such as a drink.

"A cold lemonade makes a great refresher on a hot day."

How to Use Refresher

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomething — usually a short lesson — that brings back knowledge you already had but had grown rusty on.

Common pairings

refresher course a quick refresher need a refresher

refreshers plural

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The instructor gave a _____ on knife safety before the cooking class began.

Formed from refresh plus the agent suffix -er.

fresher