plural recreations
: something people do to relax or have fun : activities done for enjoyment
The fields next to the school are used for recreation.
a recreation center/area/facility
Hiking and gardening are our favorite recreations. [=pastimes]
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“Recreation.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/recreation. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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