Meaning of the word "heal over" in English

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

heal over

US /hil ˈoʊvər/
UK /hiːl ˈəʊvər/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to become healthy again; to recover from an injury or wound

Example:
It took a long time for the wound to heal over completely.
His broken leg is starting to heal over nicely.
2.

to become less painful or difficult over time (often used for emotional wounds or conflicts)

Example:
It will take time for the emotional wounds to heal over.
Their disagreements eventually healed over, and they became friends again.