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    Rafraichissements (en. Refreshments)

    /ʁafʁɛʃisə.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The act of refreshing something, giving it a new freshness.
    The refreshments of the paint have revitalized the house.
    Les rafraîchissements de la peinture ont redonné vie à la maison.
    A light drink or food taken to quench thirst.
    We prepared refreshments for the party.
    Nous avons préparé des rafraîchissements pour la fête.
    An update or improvement of a system or service.
    The app's refreshes have improved its performance.
    Les rafraîchissements de l'application ont amélioré ses performances.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the verb 'rafraîchir' which means to make fresh.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    summer refreshments
    Light and cool drinks consumed during summer.
    rafraîchissements d'été
    quick refreshments
    Foods or drinks that are quick to prepare for a break.
    rafraîchissements rapides
    to have refreshments
    To make updates or improvements.
    faire des rafraîchissements

    Related Words

    refresh
    To make fresh, cool.
    rafraîchir
    cool
    At a pleasant temperature, not hot.
    frais
    refreshing
    Which brings a feeling of freshness.
    rafraîchissante

    Slang Meanings

    Beer or cold drink often shared among friends.
    We're having refreshments at the bar tonight!
    On se fait des rafraîchissements au bar ce soir!
    Break to hydrate and relax.
    Let's have a little refreshment before continuing.
    On prend un petit rafraîchissement avant de continuer.