Associations to the word «Convalescent»

Wiktionary

CONVALESCENT, adjective. Recovering one's health and strength after a period of illness.
CONVALESCENT, adjective. Of convalescence or convalescents (see below).
CONVALESCENT, noun. A person recovering from illness.

Dictionary definition

CONVALESCENT, noun. A person who is recovering from illness.
CONVALESCENT, adjective. Returning to health after illness or debility; "convalescent children are difficult to keep in bed".

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