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refresher

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ɹɪˈfɹɛʃɝ// UK //ɹɪfɹˈɛʃɐ// re·fresh·er

n. a short course or activity that helps you remember or improve your knowledge of a subject. You take one when you have forgotten some details or want to stay updated.

n. a short course or session designed to update or reinforce existing knowledge and skills. Often used in professional or educational contexts to bridge gaps in expertise.


SIMPLE

I need a quick refresher on the new tax laws.

CONTEXTUAL

The company offers a mandatory refresher course for all employees before the start of the fiscal year.

COMPLEX

After a decade of working in a different sector, she enrolled in a legal refresher to ensure her practice remained compliant with the latest international standards.

Origin

From refresh + -er.

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