recreation — activity done for enjoyment when one is not working
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: activity done for enjoyment when one is not working
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌrekrɪˈeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The company organized recreation activities to boost employee morale.
- My idea of perfect recreation is lying on the couch watching Netflix all day.
- The new recreation park has everything from tennis courts to swimming pools.
recreation
NOUN[/ˌrekrɪˈeɪʃən/]
activity done for enjoyment when one is not working
Family enjoying leisure activities together
RE(again) + CREATE(make) — recreation creates your energy again through fun.
The family's vacation turned into fun recreation, leading to the creation of lifelong memories.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin, combining 're-' (again) and 'creare' (to make or create). Originally, it referred to the act of refreshing or renewing one's body and mind after fatigue or work.
Breakdown
re- (again) + create (from Latin creare, to make) + -ion (noun suffix), literally meaning 'the act of creating again' or 'renewal'.
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📝Examples
“The company organized recreation activities to boost employee morale.”
“My idea of perfect recreation is lying on the couch watching Netflix all day.”
“The new recreation park has everything from tennis courts to swimming pools.”
“His only recreation after work is arguing with strangers on the internet.”
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