# replenishment

/ɹɪˈpɫɛnɪʃmənt/ (US) · /ɹɪplˈɛnɪʃmənt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/replenishment
Updated: 2026-05-28

## Definition

the act of filling something back up with what it needs, like water, food, or supplies. It is often used when talking about keeping a stock of items full.

For teachers: the act of restoring something to a full or complete state, typically by restocking or refilling. Often used in logistics and supply chain contexts to describe the maintenance of inventory levels.

## Examples

- The automatic replenishment system keeps the shelves full.
- After the long hike, the hikers were grateful for the immediate replenishment of their water and energy bars.
- The company implemented a just-in-time replenishment strategy to minimize warehouse costs while ensuring that customer orders were never delayed by a lack of stock.

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