Entertaiment can be a form of recreation or a distraction, or a way to relieve stress or boost self-esteem. It can range from children’s birthday parties and playgrounds to fine art exhibitions, jazz concerts, or movies that stimulate a variety of emotions. For some people, entertainment can be interactive or collaborative, such as team sports or multiplayer video games. Others may prefer thought-provoking forms of entertainment, such as documentaries or puzzles. Entertaiment can also be used to teach a new skill, such as music or sports. From Middle French entretenement, from Latin intertenere, to hold inside; see entertain.

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