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Webster 1913 Edition
Refreshment
Re-fresh′ment
(-ment)
, Noun.
[CF. OF.
refreschissement
, F. rafraîchissement
.] 1.
The act of refreshing, or the state of being refreshed; restoration of strength, spirit, vigor, or liveliness; relief after suffering; new life or animation after depression.
2.
That which refreshes; means of restoration or reanimation; especially, an article of food or drink.
Webster 1828 Edition
Refreshment
REFRESH'MENT
, n.1.
Act of refreshing; or new strength or vigor received after fatigue; relief after suffering; applied to the body.2.
New life or animation after depression; applied to the mind or spirits.3.
That which gives fresh strength or vigor, as food or rest.