Entertaiment is anything that amuses or diverts people from their daily routine and makes them happy. It can take many forms, including art, sports, recreation, and social gatherings. Entertaiment also includes anything that stimulates the brain to release seratonin and dopamine, causing people to feel good.
The word “entertainment” is derived from the Medieval Latin word intertenere, meaning to hold inside. It is a close relative of the Indo-European root ten, which means to stretch or extend something.
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