recreative Meaning, Definition & Usage

Rec"re*a`tive adjective

Etymology

Cf. F. récratif. See Recreate.

Definitions

1. Tending to recreate or refresh; recreating; giving new vigor or animation; reinvigorating; giving relief after labor or pain; amusing; diverting.

   Let the music of them be recreative. Bacon.

   --- Rec"re*a`tive*ly, adv. -- Rec"re*a`tive*ness, n.