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Definition of replenishment

replenishment

/rɪˈplɛn.ɪʃ.mənt/
re · plen · ish · ment

Plural:replenishments
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Adjective:replenishable
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replenishment Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action or process of filling something up again or restoring a depleted stock, supply, or resource to its former level.

Example

"The prolonged drought prevented the natural replenishment of the region's underground aquifers."


2

A fresh supply of goods, items, or provisions used to replace what has been used up.

Example

"The retail manager ordered weekly replenishments of seasonal merchandise to keep the shelves full."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Middle English from the verb 'replenish' (from Old French 'replenir', based on Latin 'plenus' meaning 'full') and the suffix '-ment'.

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