recreate

To impart fresh life to; refresh mentally or physically.

To take recreation.

[Middle English recreaten, from Latin recreāre, recreāt- : re-, re- + creāre, to create; see create.]

verb

1. To occupy in an agreeable or pleasing way: amuse, divert, entertain, regale. See excite/bore/interest.
2. To occupy oneself with amusement or diversion: disport, play, sport. See work/play.

The verb has 4 meanings:

Meaning #1: give new life or energy to
  Synonyms: animate, reanimate, revive, renovate, repair, quicken, vivify, revivify

Meaning #2: engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion
  Synonym: play

Meaning #3: give encouragement to
  Synonyms: cheer, hearten, embolden

Meaning #4: create anew