noun
convalescence
Convalescence (noun) means the slow process of getting better after an illness or injury.
noun
1
The slow process of getting better after an illness or injury.
2
The length of time someone needs to recover after being ill or hurt.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French convalescence, which came from Late Latin convalēscentia ("regaining of health"), from Latin convalēscēn(t-)s, the present participle of convalēscere ("to become strong or well"); see convalesce.
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What is the meaning of convalescence?
"convalescence" (noun) means the slow process of getting better after an illness or injury.
What is another word for convalescence?
Other words for "convalescence" include recuperation, recovery.
What are the different meanings of convalescence?
"convalescence" has 2 main meanings: 1. The slow process of getting better after an illness or injury; 2. The length of time someone needs to recover after being ill or hurt.
