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convalescent

Pronunciation: /kɒnvəˈlɛs(ə)nt/
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Definition of convalescent

adjective

  • (of a person) recovering from an illness or medical treatment: a convalescent child you’re still convalescent and you need to rest
  • [attributive] relating to convalescence:a convalescent home

noun

  • a person who is recovering after an illness or medical treatment: convalescents benefit from relaxation

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin convalescent- 'growing strong, recovering', from the verb convalescere (see convalesce)

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