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noun(health)the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit; especially : freedom from physical disease or pain
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noun(health)the general condition of the body
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noun(health)a condition in which someone or something is thriving or doing well : well-being
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noun(health)efforts made to maintain or restore physical, mental, or emotional well-being especially by trained and licensed professionals —usually hyphenated when used attributively
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noun(health)a usually commercial establishment having members who pay a fee to use its health and fitness facilities and equipment
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noun(health)a food promoted as highly conducive to health
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noun(health)insurance against loss through illness of the insured; especially : insurance providing compensation for medical expenses
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noun(health)hmo
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noun(health)spa; especially : one emphasizing health and fitness
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noun(health)health club
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noun(health)the length of time in one's life during which an individual is in reasonably good health
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noun(health)a place where people go to improve their health and appearance by exercising, relaxing, etc.
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noun phrase(health)a certificate given to the ship's master at the time of leaving port that indicates the state of health of a ship's company and of a port with regard to infectious diseases
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noun phrase(health)a usually favorable report following an examination or investigation