re-creation

[ ree-kree-ey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of creating anew.
2. something created anew.

re-creation

noun

1. the state or instance of creating again or anew

   the re-creation of the Russian Empire

2. a simulation or re-enactment of a scene, place, time, etc

   a re-creation of a vineyard kitchen

Word History and Origins

Origin of re-creation¹

First recorded in 1515–25; re- + creation

Example Sentences

But what truly separates Warner Bros. from its competitors is recent investments in a re-creation of the “Friends” Central Perk Café — yes, you can dine there — and its surrounding museum-like exhibits.

From Los Angeles Times

It was a small re-creation of the festival set up in a hangar.

From Los Angeles Times

For example, in “10/20/1984,” a live re-enactment of a strip is followed by a re-creation of the “Miami Vice” episode featuring the Phil Collins classic “In the Air Tonight.”

From New York Times

Though the well-informed might say different, the re-creation of Auschwitz feels trustworthy; and one can watch these evocations of death camp life with the same curiosity as if this were a documentary.

From Los Angeles Times

Actual courthouse footage blends together with hazy re-creation images, and we hear real audio but over fake visuals.

From New York Times

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