English dictionary
recreate
/,r/E/kr/i/'/eI/t/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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give new life or energy to
Source: WordNet 3.0
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engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion
ExamplesThe students all recreate alike.
Synonyms playSource: WordNet 3.0
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give encouragement to
Source: WordNet 3.0
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create anew
ExamplesShe recreated the feeling of the 1920's with her stage setting.
Synonyms re-createSource: WordNet 3.0
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To create or form anew.
Source: webster1913
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To give fresh life to; to reanimate; to revive; especially, to refresh after wearying toil or anxiety; to relieve; to cheer; to divert; to amuse; to gratify.
Source: webster1913
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To take recreation.
Source: webster1913