refresher

English

Etymology

refresh +‎ -er

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ɹiˈfɹɛʃə/
• (US) IPA^(key): /ɹɪˈfɹɛʃɚ/

Noun

refresher (plural refreshers)

1. Something that refreshes.

   Synonym: refreshant

   The nap was a welcome refresher.

2. A review to refresh or renew knowledge.

   They recommend a refresher class every few years.

3. (law) A fee paid to counsel to continue with a case, especially one that was adjourned.
4. (finance) An equity grant given by a company to an existing employee, as opposed to an initial grant given to new employees.

Derived terms

• air refresher
• refresher course