Leisure vs. Recreation

Leisurenoun

Freedom provided by the cessation of activities.

Leisurenoun

Free time, time free from work or duties.

Leisurenoun

Time at one's command, free from engagement; convenient opportunity; hence, convenience; ease.

Leisurenoun

Freedom from occupation or business; vacant time; time free from employment.

Leisurenoun

Time at one's command, free from engagement; convenient opportunity; hence, convenience; ease.

Leisureadjective

Unemployed; as, leisure hours.

Leisurenoun

time available for ease and relaxation;

Leisurenoun

freedom to choose a pastime or enjoyable activity;

Leisure

Leisure has often been defined as a quality of experience or as free time. Free time is time spent away from business, work, job hunting, domestic chores, and education, as well as necessary activities such as eating and sleeping.

Recreationnoun

Any activity, such as play, that amuses, diverts or stimulates.

Recreationnoun

The process of recreating something.

Recreationnoun

The result of this process.

Recreationnoun

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

Recreationnoun

an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates;

Recreationnoun

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

Recreation

Recreation is an activity of leisure, leisure being discretionary time. The is an essential element of human biology and psychology.