English · Body & Health
healing
/ˈhiːlɪŋ/
[/ˈhiːlɪŋ/]
the process of becoming healthy
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The process of becoming healthy again after injury or illness. It can also be used as an adjective describing something that helps this process.
Example
Rest is important for healing after surgery.
Rest is important for healing after surgery.
Etymology
The gerund of 'heal', from Old English 'hǣlan'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in medical and emotional contexts; 'healing process' is a common phrase.