refreshment

[ ri-fresh-muhnt ]

/ rɪˈfrɛʃ mənt /

something that refreshes, especially food or drink.

refreshments, articles or portions of food or drink, especially for a light meal.

the act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed.

Origin of refreshment

1350–1400; Middle English refresshement < Middle French refreschement. See refresh, -ment

3 invigoration, rejuvenation, renewal.

Normally of good balance, I found myself reaching for the handrail, unable to clasp it for the refreshments in my hands.

San Fran Kisses Its 70,000-Person Toilet Goodbye |Jon Rochmis |August 15, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
Mr. Monday and Mr. Dodge were invited by signs to be seated, and refreshments were offered.

Homeward Bound |James Fenimore Cooper
Francesco had ridden all day, stopping for refreshments only, when the need was most felt, or his steed demanded some rest.

The Hill of Venus |Nathan Gallizier
The style of the refreshments common on such occasions, and the untimely hour when they are taken, increase the evil.

Popular Amusements |J. T. Crane

One often has to maneuver his way through little iron-legged tables and chairs, used for refreshments.

Seven Legs Across the Seas |Samuel Murray
It is considered polite that when refreshments are handed they should be partaken of.

The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 |Various

refreshment

/ (rɪˈfrɛʃmənt) /

the act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed

(plural) snacks and drinks served as a light meal