What Is Entertaiment?
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Entertaiment is a fascinating word because it has evolved to a broad concept that can encompass almost any type of activity. It can mean anything from a private moment of personal enjoyment—either selecting and playing a pre-recorded entertainment on a mobile device or choosing a restaurant for dinner for two—to any scale of performance intended to entertain thousands of people or more. It can also refer to an activity that may be intended for serious purposes, such as ceremony, celebration, religious festival or satire.
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