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refresh

7 definitions • 11 examples
1
to make someone less hot or tired:

Examples:

It was such a hot night that I had a cold shower to refresh myself.
2
to make the most recent information on an internet page appear, usually by clicking a button on the computer screen
3
the act of changing something to make it look newer and better, or the thing that is changed:

Examples:

Here are some tips for a complete living-room refresh.
A refresh of the exisisting phone will be unveiled next month.
4
the act of filling a container again, especially with food or drink:

Examples:

Can I get you a refresh of your coffee?
We'll need more crackers, and a refresh of the dips.
5
the act of making the most recent information on an internet page appear, usually by clicking a button on the computer screen:

Examples:

The refresh function key reloads the page.
A refresh of the mobile boarding pass will reflect any changes to seat assignments or gate changes.
6
to give new energy and strength to someone:

Examples:

A good night’s sleep will refresh you.
7
to make the most recent information on an internet page appear, usually by clicking on the computer screen or pressing a key:

Examples:

If the link doesn't work, try refreshing the page.
Flat-panel monitors refresh more quickly than traditional monitors.
refresh itself Websites can automatically refresh themselves.

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