amusement
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.amuse·ment
noun \ə-ˈmyüz-mənt\Definition of AMUSEMENT
1
: a means of amusing or entertaining <what are her favorite amusements>
2
: the condition of being amused <could not hide his amusement>
3
: pleasurable diversion : entertainment <plays the piano for amusement>
See Examples of AMUSEMENT
- I'm reading this novel for amusement.
- Several games were provided for the education and amusement of the children.
First Known Use of AMUSEMENT
1586
Related to AMUSEMENT
- Synonyms
- entertainment, diversion, recreation
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