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Vinony

convalescence

noun

  1. gradual recovery of health and strength after illness or injury
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Wiktionary

noun

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.

  1. A gradual healing after illness or injury.
  2. The period of time spent healing.