helθ n. 1
the state of
being well in
body or
mind. 2 a person's
mental or
physical condition (has
poor health). 3 soundness,
esp.
financial or
moral (the health of the nation). 4 a
toast drunk in someone's
honour. øhealth
centre the
headquarters of a
group of
local medical services. health
certificate a certificate stating a person's fitness
for work etc. health
farm a
residential establishment where people seek improved health by a
regime of dieting,
exercise, etc. health
food natural food thought to
have health-giving qualities. health service a
public service
providing medical
care. health
visitor Brit. a trained
nurse who visits
those in
need of medical
attention in
their homes. [OE hólth f. Gmc]