B2nounworkfood
US/rɪˈfreʃ.mənt/
UK/rɪˈfreʃ.mənt/
food and drinks served at a meeting, event or journey; usually plural
In context
Light refreshments will be served after the presentation in the lobby.
The shop sells refreshments at the entrance, so you do not need to bring your own.
Please help yourself to refreshments while you wait for the manager.
Words that go with refreshment
adjective + noun
- light refreshmentsLight refreshments will be provided at the seminar.
- free refreshmentsFree refreshments are available in the lobby.
verb + noun
- serve refreshmentsThe hotel will serve refreshments during the break.
noun + preposition
- refreshments are providedRefreshments are provided free of charge for all guests.
noun + noun
- refreshments standVisitors can buy a coffee at the refreshments stand.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
A refreshment will be served.Correct: Refreshments will be served.