recreation

noun

1. an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

   noun.act

   Examples

   For recreation he wrote poetry and solved crossword puzzles.

   Drug abuse is often regarded as a form of recreation.

   Synonyms diversion

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation

   noun.act

   Examples

   Days of joyous recreation with his friends.

   Synonyms refreshment

   Source: WordNet 3.0

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

   noun

   Source: webster1913

4. A forming anew; a new creation or formation.

   noun

   Source: webster1913