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noun
1.
the gradual recovery of health and strength after illness.
2.
the period during which one is convalescing.
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Convalescence
is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
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| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
Example Sentences
- Casey's convalescence from heart and liver transplants.
- Eight surgeries on his arm followed, and months of pain-racked convalescence.
- Last month he returned to the kingdom after two years' absence for an unexplained convalescence.
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Etymonline
Word Origin & History
convalescence
late 15c., from Fr. convalescence (15c.), from L. convalescentia "regaining of health," from convalescentem, from convalescere (see convalesce). Related: Convalescing (mid-17c.).
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American Heritage
Medical Dictionary
convalescence con·va·les·cence (kŏn'və-lěs'əns)
n.
Gradual return to health and strength after an illness, an injury, or a surgical operation.
The period needed for returning to health after an illness, an injury, or a surgical operation.
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