'recreational' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'recreare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'creare' meant 'to create.'

'recreare' transformed into the Old French word 'recreacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'recreation' and its adjective form 'recreational.'

Initially, it meant 'to refresh or restore,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'activity done for enjoyment.'