REFRESH

refresh

Noun

  1. The periodic energizing required to maintain the contents of computer memory, the display luminance of a computer screen, etc.
  2. The update of a display (in a web browser or similar software) to show the latest version of the data.

Verb

  1. To renew or revitalize.
    Sleep refreshes the body and the mind.
  2. To reload a document and show any new changes, especially a webpage on the internet.
  3. To cause (a web browser or similar software) to refresh its display.
  4. To perform the periodic energizing required to maintain the contents of computer memory, the display luminance of a computer screen, etc.


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