recreation

noun
UK: /ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/
US: /ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/

  1. Activities done for enjoyment and relaxation when you are not working.

    1. Swimming is a popular form of recreation for many people.
    2. The city offers a variety of recreation opportunities, including parks and sports leagues for community.

  2. The act of creating something again.

    1. The historical society is working on the recreation of a pioneer village.
    2. The museum's recreation of the ancient artifact impressed all the visitors.

Synonyms

fun pastime play amusement enjoyment

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "recreation" in English means: Activities done for enjoyment and relaxation when you are not working., The act of creating something again..

The phonetic transcription of "recreation" is /ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "recreation": fun, pastime, play, amusement, enjoyment.

Example usage of "recreation": "Swimming is a popular form of recreation for many people.". More examples on the page.