Refresh: meaning, definitions and examples

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refresh

[ rɪˈfrɛʃ ]

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online

To update or renew something, typically a webpage or screen.

Synonyms

reload, renew, update

Examples of usage

Don't forget to refresh the page to see the latest updates.
I refreshed my browser but the problem still persists.

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drinks

A cold drink made from fruit juices or other flavorings.

Synonyms

beverage, cocktail, drink

Examples of usage

I'll have a refresh with my lunch, please.
The bar offers a variety of refreshing drinks.

Translations

Translations of the word "refresh" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atualizar

🇮🇳 ताज़ा करना

🇩🇪 aktualisieren

🇮🇩 menyegarkan

🇺🇦 оновити

🇵🇱 odświeżyć

🇯🇵 リフレッシュする (rifuresshu suru)

🇫🇷 actualiser

🇪🇸 actualizar

🇹🇷 yenilemek

🇰🇷 새로 고침하다 (saero gochim hada)

🇸🇦 تحديث (tahdith)

🇨🇿 aktualizovat

🇸🇰 aktualizovať

🇨🇳 刷新 (shuāxīn)

🇸🇮 osvežiti

🇮🇸 endurnýja

🇰🇿 жаңарту

🇬🇪 განახლება (ganakhleba)

🇦🇿 yeniləmək

🇲🇽 actualizar

Word origin

The word 'refresh' originated from Middle English 'refreshen', which came from Old French 'refraichier', ultimately derived from Latin 'refrigerare' meaning 'make cool'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include both the act of updating or renewing and the concept of a refreshing drink.

See also: afresh, fresh, fresher, freshly, freshman, freshmen, freshness.