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refresh

/ɹiˈfɹɛʃ/ /ɹɪˈfɹɛʃ/

Meanings
noun
The periodic energizing required to maintain the contents of computer memory, the display luminance of a computer screen, etc.

Examples :

"The computer monitor needs a refresh every few minutes to prevent the image from flickering. "
computing technology electronics machine

Related Words

Illustration modernized

modernized verb

/ˈmɑdərnaɪzd/ /ˈmɒdənaɪzd/

To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.

"The school modernized its library by adding computers and online resources. "

Illustration technology

technology noun

/tɛkˈnɒlədʒi/ /tɛkˈnɑlədʒi/

The organization of knowledge for practical purposes.

"The new technology in our school's library allows students to access millions of books online. "

Illustration flickering

flickering verb

/ˈflɪkərɪŋ/ /ˈflɪkərɪn/

To burn or shine unsteadily, or with a wavering light.

"The candle flame flickered in the breeze, casting dancing shadows on the wall. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

Illustration themselves

themselves pronoun

/ðəmˈsɛlvz/

The reflexive case of they, the third-person plural personal pronoun. The group of people, animals or objects previously mentioned, as the object of a verb or following a preposition (also used for emphasis).

"They are going to try climbing Mount Everest themselves."

Illustration environment

environment noun

/-mɪnt/

The surroundings of, and influences on, a particular item of interest.

"The noisy environment of the school cafeteria made it difficult to concentrate on my homework. "

Illustration revitalize

revitalize verb

/riˈvaɪtəlaɪz/ /riːˈvaɪtəlaɪz/

To give new life, energy, activity or success to something.

"Japanese investment has revitalised this part of Britain!"

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sandwiches noun

/ˈsænwɪdʒɪz/ /ˈsæmwɪdʒɪz/ /ˈsændwɪtʃɪz/

A dish or foodstuff where two or more slices of bread serve as the wrapper or container of some other food.

"For lunch, I made sandwiches with ham and cheese. "

Illustration modernizing

modernizing verb

/ˈmɑdərnaɪzɪŋ/ /ˈmɒdənaɪzɪŋ/

To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.

"The company is modernizing its factories with new robots and computers to increase production. "

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refreshment noun

/ɹɪˈfɹeʃ.mənt/

The action of refreshing; a means of restoring strength, energy or vigour.

"After a long hike, the cool lemonade was a welcome refreshment. "

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revitalized verb

/ˌriːˈvaɪtəlaɪzd/ /riːˈvaɪtəˌlaɪzd/

To give new life, energy, activity or success to something.

"Japanese investment has revitalised this part of Britain!"

Illustration energizing

energizing verb

/ˈenərˌdʒaɪzɪŋ/ /ˈɛnərˌdʒaɪzɪŋ/

To invigorate; to make energetic.

"A brisk morning walk is energizing me for the day ahead. "