1a : the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit She is the picture of health. especially : freedom from physical disease or pain nursed them back to health
b : the general condition of the body How is your mother’s health? in poor health enjoys good health
2a : a condition in which someone or something is thriving or doing well : well-being defending the health of the beloved oceans— Peter Wilkinson
b : general condition or state poor economic health
We nursed him back to health. He’s in good health these days. He has continued to enjoy good health in his old age. Smoking is bad for your health. He is concerned about his sister’s mental health. We must protect the health of our oceans. The economy is in a period of robust financial health. Investors are worried about the company’s health.
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