AMUSEMENT

AMU'SEMENT, noun s as z. That which amuses, detains or engages the mind; entertainment of the mind; pastime; a pleasurable occupation of the senses, or that which furnishes it, as dancing, sports or music.

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amusement. Amusement, n. a pastime, toy, entertainment, diversion

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A‐muse″ment (�), n. [[Cf. F. amusement.]] 1. 1. Deep thought; muse.
Here I . . . fell into a strong and deep amusement, revolving in my mind, with great perplexity, the amazing change of our affairs. Fleetwood. 2. 2. The state of being amused; pleasurable excitement; that which amuses; diversion.
His favorite amusements were architecture and gardening. Macaulay. Syn. — Diversion; entertainment; recreation; relaxation; pastime; sport.