Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Convalescent
convalescent, adj. [L. convalescent-em, grow strong, recover health.] (webplay: health, sickness).
- Recovering; recuperating; mending; improving; regaining health; finding strength after debility.
- Healing; recovering; [fig.] afflicted; stricken; in need of further care.
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