What Is Entertaiment?

Article about Entertaiment

From the Medieval Latin intertenere, from the Indo-European root ten, to hold inside. The sense of “amusement” has developed from that meaning, and it may be applied to anything from a leisurely meal to a party for any number of people, and to many activities with more serious purpose such as ceremonial occasions, religious festivals or even satire. Entertainment has proven to be an ever-evolving form, demonstrating remarkable cross-over between different media and seemingly unlimited potential for creative remix by consumers themselves.

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