noun
recreation
rehk-ree-AY-shuhn
noun
1
An activity done for enjoyment or relaxation rather than work.
"Hiking is his favorite form of recreation on weekends."
"The town built a new recreation center for local sports teams."
2
The act of making something again, or the result of doing so.
"The film is a faithful recreation of the historical event."
How to Use Recreation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLeisure activities done for fun, or a faithful copy of something original.
Common pairings
recreation center
outdoor recreation
faithful recreation
Word Forms
recreations plural, recreations plural
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Etymology
From Old French recreacion, from Latin recreatio, "restoration, refreshment."