(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 2:31:16

Rec"re*a"tion (-?"sh?n), n. [F. récréation, L. recreatio.]

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

 

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