health
12 ENTRIES FOUND:
Britannica Dictionary definition of HEALTH
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the condition of being well or free from disease
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We nursed him back to health.
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My aunt is quite elderly, but she still has her health. [=she is still healthy]
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She is the picture of health. [=she is very healthy]
◊ If you drink (to) someone's health, you take a drink as a wish for that person to be healthy.
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the overall condition of someone's body or mind
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He's in good/poor health these days.
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He has continued to enjoy good health in his old age.
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Her health is excellent. = She is in the best of health.
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Smoking is bad for your health.
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He is concerned about his sister's mental health.
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the condition or state of something
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We must protect the health of our oceans.
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The economy is in a period of robust financial health.
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Investors are worried about the company's health.
give (someone or something) a clean bill of health
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health
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health
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adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of HEALTH
always used before a noun
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of or relating to medical care
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She works in the health field.
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health insurance/services
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He was treated at the health center.
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relating to or affecting the condition of your body or mind
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health education
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Have you had any health problems recently?
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These chemicals pose a health hazard/risk.
