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recreation definition

rec·rea·tion (rek′rē ā′s̸hən)

noun

  1. refreshment in body or mind, as after work, by some form of play, amusement, or relaxation
  2. any form of play, amusement, or relaxation used for this purpose, as games, sports, or hobbies

Etymology: ME recreacioun < MFr recreation < L recreatio: see recreate

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recreation Synonyms

recreation

n.

amusement, relaxation, diversion, play, fun, entertainment, enjoyment, festivity, hobby, holiday, vacation, pastime, pleasure, game, avocation, refreshment; see also entertainment 1, sport 1.


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recreation Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • enjoy: St Richard's User Group Provides facilities for community members to meet, socialize and enjoy recreation.

Adjective modifier

  • outdoor: Their mission is to put an end to Britain's most popular outdoor recreation, angling.

Modifies a noun

  • ground: Two large recreation grounds are just north of the estate.

Noun used with modifier

  • countryside: Informal countryside recreation is the most popular activity in Britain.
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recreation quotes

   For as concerning football playing, I protest unto you it may be rather called a friendly kind of fight than a play or recreation, a bloody or murmuring practice than a fellowly sport or pastime.

-Stubbes, Philip

Lady Peabury was in the morning room reading a novel; 892 early training gave a guilty spice to this recreation, for she had been brought up to believe that to read a novel before luncheon was one of the gravest sins it was possible for a gentlewoman to commit.

-Waugh, Evelyn Arthur StJohn

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