Meaning of the word convalescent in English

What does convalescent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

convalescent

US /ˌkɑːn.vəˈles.ənt/
UK /ˌkɒn.vəˈles.ənt/

Adjective

recovering from an illness or medical treatment

Example:
The patient is still convalescent after the surgery.
She spent a month at a convalescent home.

Noun

a person who is recovering from an illness or medical treatment

Example:
The hospital ward was full of convalescents.
Special care is provided for convalescents.