English · Body & Health
recovery
/rɪˈkʌv.ər.i/
[/rɪˈkʌv.ər.i/]
return to health
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The process of becoming well again after illness or injury.
Example
Her recovery from the operation was faster than the doctors had expected.
Her recovery from the operation was faster than the doctors had expected.
Etymology
From Old French 'recovrer', meaning to get back.
How & Where It’s Used
Also used for getting back money, data, or stolen goods.