convalescence - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
English
Noun
convalescence (countable and uncountable, plural convalescences)
- A gradual healing after illness or injury.
- The period of time spent healing.
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French convalescence, from Late Latin convalēscentia (“regaining of health”), from Latin convalēscēn(t-)s, present participle of convalēscere (“to become strong or well”); see convalesce.
Pronunciation
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