Refill

/ˌriːˈfɪl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An act of filling something again, such as a container or prescription.

I went to the pharmacy to get a refill on my prescription.

A supply of something that is used to refill, such as ink or a drink.

The waiter brought a refill of coffee to the table.

verb

To fill something again or anew after it has been emptied.

I need to refill my water bottle before the hike.

To supply again with additional material or content.

Could you please refill the printer with paper?

The word 'refill' is a combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'fill', which comes from Old English 'fyllan' meaning 'to make full'.

refill my drink

to get another serving of a beverage

refill prescription

to get more medication after the original supply has run out

refill the printer

to add more paper or ink to a printer

replenish

to restore or increase the amount of something

restock

to supply again

top up

to fill up to a desired level

container

a receptacle for holding liquids or substances

To get more of a drink, especially in a casual setting.

I asked the waiter to give me a quick refill on my soda.

In gaming, to restock supplies or ammunition.

Before heading into battle, he made sure to refill his ammo.

To recharge oneself, especially in a social or relaxing context.

Let’s go to the beach to refill our energy.