Definitions for recreation
ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃənrecre·ation

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:4.8 / 4 votes

1. diversion, recreationnoun

   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"

2. refreshment, recreationnoun

   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"

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Recreationnoun

   Etymology: from recreate.

   1. Relief after toil or pain; amusement in sorrow or distress.

   The chief recreation she could find in her anguish, was sometime to visit that place, where first she was so happy as to see the cause of her unhap. Philip Sidney, b. ii.

   I’ll visit
   The chapel where they lie, and tears, shed there,
   Shall be my recreation. William Shakespeare, Winter’s Tale.

   The great men among the antients understood how to reconcile manual labour with affairs of state; and thought it no lessening to their dignity to make the one the recreation to the other. John Locke, on Education.

   2. Refreshment; amusement; diversion.

   You may have the recreation of surprizing those with admiration, who shall hear the deaf person pronounce whatsoever they shall desire, without your seeming to guide him. William Holder, Elements of Speech.

   Nor is that man less deceived, that thinks to maintain a constant tenure of pleasure, by a continual pursuit of sports and recreations: for all these things, as they refresh a man when weary, so they weary him when refreshed. South.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Recreation

   Recreation is an activity of leisure, leisure being discretionary time. The "need to do something for recreation" is an essential element of human biology and psychology. Recreational activities are often done for enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure and are considered to be "fun".

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. recreation

   Recreation refers to activities or experiences that are engaged in for enjoyment, leisure, and refreshment. It usually involves participating in pursuits that provide relaxation, amusement, or mental and physical challenges, often in a non-work or non-essential setting. Recreation is often chosen freely by individuals or groups and serves as a means to enhance personal well-being, promote social interactions, and relieve stress. It can encompass a wide range of activities, such as sports, hobbies, travel, outdoor adventures, games, or entertainment.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:4.0 / 5 votes

1. Recreationnoun

   the act of recreating, or the state of being recreated; refreshment of the strength and spirits after toil; amusement; diversion; sport; pastime

2. Etymology: [F. rcration, L. recreatio.]

WikidataRate this definition:3.7 / 7 votes

1. Recreation

   Recreation is an activity of leisure, leisure being discretionary time. The "need to do something for recreation" is an essential element of human biology and psychology. Recreational activities are often done for enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure and are considered to be "fun".

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:2.6 / 9 votes

1. Recreation

   Activity engaged in for pleasure.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. recreation

   To do an activity for leisure or pleasure.

   Recreation can be dancing, swimming, going to the beach, walking or spending time with our family.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on April 13, 2020  

Matched Categories

1. • Activity
   • Rejuvenation

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How to pronounce recreation?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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How to say recreation in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of recreation in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of recreation in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of recreation in a Sentence

1. Maura Healey:

   By gutting key components of the Endangered Species Act, one of our country's most successful environmental laws, the Trump Administration is putting our most imperiled species and our vibrant local tourism and recreation industries at risk, we will be taking the Administration to court to defend federal law and protect our rare animals, plants, and the environment.

2. Oregon Governor Kate Brown:

   Projected forecasts for Malheur and Lake counties look bleak, meaning these rural communities will continue to experience severe drought conditions, in addition to creating an increased wildfire risk, this drought presents hardships to crops, agriculture, communities, recreation, and wildlife, all of which rely on Oregon's water resources. I will continue working with federal, state, and local partners to help Oregonians in this part of the state through this challenging situation.

3. Washington Governor Jay Inslee:

   Outdoor recreation is one of the best things we can do to promote physical, mental and emotional well-being for Washingtonians during a time of great stress and isolation.

4. Shakeel Shabbir Ahmed:

   There has not been a real integration (in Kisumu) ... like in Mombasa and Dar es Salaam, in Kisumu the integration is only when it's in the shop or at the business ... but when they go out of that particular environment there is very little integration either by way of recreation or other facilities.

5. Huntington Park councilman Jhonny Pineda:

   I am proud to appoint both Julian and Francisco to the Parks and Recreation Commission and Health and Education Commission, respectively, huntington Park is a city of opportunity and a city of hope for all individuals regardless of socioeconomic status, race, creed, or in this case, citizenship. Both these gentlemen have accomplished a great deal for the city.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=recreation
2. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=recreation
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recreation
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recreation
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=recreation
7. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=recreation