an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates; scuba diving is provided as a diversion for tourists; for recreation he wrote poetry and solved crossword puzzles; drug abuse is often regarded as a form of recreation

[ Syn: diversion ]

activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation; time for rest and refreshment by the pool; days of joyous recreation with his friends

[ Syn: refreshment ]