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recreation

rec·rea·tion

UK/ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/ US/ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/ uncommon

noun

1.

an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

  • “scuba diving is provided as a diversion for tourists”
  • “for recreation he wrote poetry and solved crossword puzzles”
  • “drug abuse is often regarded as a form of recreation”
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2.

activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation

  • “time for rest and refreshment by the pool”
  • “days of joyous recreation with his friends”
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Origin

From Middle English recreacion, from Middle French recreacion, from Old French recreacion, from Latin recreātiō.

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