What does health mean?

Definitions for health
hɛlθhealth

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. health, wellnessnoun

    a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

    "physicians should be held responsible for the health of their patients"

  2. healthnoun

    the general condition of body and mind

    "his delicate health"; "in poor health"

Wiktionary

  1. healthnoun

    The state of being free from physical or psychological disease, illness, or malfunction; wellness.

  2. healthnoun

    A state of well-being or balance, often physical but sometimes also mental and social; the overall level of function of an organism from the cellular (micro) level to the social (macro) level.

  3. healthnoun

    Physical condition.

  4. healthnoun

    Cure, remedy.

  5. healthnoun

    A toast to prosperity.

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary

  1. HEALTHnoun

    Etymology: from heel, Saxon.

    Health is the faculty of performing all actions proper to a human body, in the most perfect manner. John Quincy.

    Our father is in good health, he is yet alive. Gen. xliii. 28.

    May be he is not well;
    Infirmity doth still neglect all office,
    Whereto our health is bound. William Shakespeare, King Lear.

    There is no health in us. Common Prayer.

    The best preservative to keep the mind in health, is the faithful admonition of a friend. Francis Bacon, Essay 28.

    My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me, and art so far from my health, and from the words of my complaint? Ps.

    Come, love and health to all;
    I drink to th’ general joy of the whole table. William Shakespeare, Macbeth.

    He asked leave to begin two healths: the first was to the king’s mistress, and the second to his wife. James Howell.

    For peace at home, and for the publick wealth,
    I mean to crown a bowl to Cæsar’s health. John Dryden, Pers.

Wikipedia

  1. Health

    Health, according to the World Health Organization, is "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity". A variety of definitions have been used for different purposes over time. Health can be promoted by encouraging healthful activities, such as regular physical exercise and adequate sleep, and by reducing or avoiding unhealthful activities or situations, such as smoking or excessive stress. Some factors affecting health are due to individual choices, such as whether to engage in a high-risk behavior, while others are due to structural causes, such as whether the society is arranged in a way that makes it easier or harder for people to get necessary healthcare services. Still, other factors are beyond both individual and group choices, such as genetic disorders.

ChatGPT

  1. health

    Health can be generally defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It encompasses various aspects, including the absence of illnesses or injuries, the ability to perform daily activities effectively, the presence of mental and emotional well-being, a positive state of social connections and relationships, and overall feelings of vitality and wellness.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Healthnoun

    the state of being hale, sound, or whole, in body, mind, or soul; especially, the state of being free from physical disease or pain

  2. Healthnoun

    a wish of health and happiness, as in pledging a person in a toast

  3. Etymology: [OE. helthe, AS. hl, fr. hl hale, sound, whole. See Whole.]

Wikidata

  1. Health

    Health is the level of functional or metabolic efficiency of a living being. In humans, it is the general condition of a person's mind and body, usually meaning to be free from illness, injury or pain. The World Health Organization defined health in its broader sense in 1946 as "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Although this definition has been subject to controversy, in particular as lacking operational value and because of the problem created by use of the word "complete," it remains the most enduring. Other definitions have been proposed, among which a recent definition that correlates health and personal satisfaction. Classification systems such as the WHO Family of International Classifications, including the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health and the International Classification of Diseases, are commonly used to define and measure the components of health. Systematic activities to prevent or cure health problems and promote good health in humans are undertaken by health care providers. Applications with regard to animal health are covered by the veterinary sciences. The term "healthy" is also widely used in the context of many types of non-living organizations and their impacts for the benefit of humans, such as in the sense of healthy communities, healthy cities or healthy environments. In addition to health care interventions and a person's surroundings, a number of other factors are known to influence the health status of individuals, including their background, lifestyle, and economic and social conditions; these are referred to as "determinants of health."

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary

  1. Health

    helth, n. wholeness or soundness of body: general state of the body, as in 'ill health,' 'good health,' soundness and vigour of mind: a toast, as 'to drink one's health'—to drink to the health of: (B.) salvation, or divine favour.—adj. Health′ful, full of or enjoying health: indicating health: wholesome: salutary.—adv. Health′fully.—n. Health′fulness.—adv. Health′ily.—n. Health′iness.—adj. Health′less, sickly, ailing.—ns. Health′lessness; Health′-resort′, a place to which people go for the good of their health.—adjs. Health′some (Shak.), healthy, wholesome; Health′y, in a state of good health: conducive to health: sound in body or mind: vigorous. [A.S. hælthhál, whole.]

U.S. National Library of Medicine

  1. Health

    The state of the organism when it functions optimally without evidence of disease.

Rap Dictionary

  1. health

    Facts To Consider Before Visiting A Massage Clinic Massage therapy is one way for people in the metro to de-stress. And with the fast-paced environment, de-stressing is one of the must-dos of people in corporate America. This is the reason why in recent years, the number of massage therapy clinics in the metro tripled in number. The demand is growing like crazy as people are turning to this relaxant to save their stressed and tired muscles and spirits. Although every one can certainly go to massage therapy clinics and avail of their services, there will also be times when it is not a good idea to get themselves a massage. Here are some of the reasons why you should first forgo with the massage and just relax the old fashion way at home with hot water and a good book. 1. You don't have the budget It is good to de-stress once in a while but if you don't have the money to spare for one, don't do it. It will be ineffective anyways because you will be stressed over being broke. Having no money is the number one stressor for most people and for sure you are not immune to it. So instead of wasting your money on massage therapy clinics, be contented on just lying on the couch and enjoying a good book. Save your money until you have enough to splurge on one great massage on that hip massage therapy clinic that you have been dying to go to. That is one ultimate stress buster! 2. You just went the other day The body can take so much massage in one week. Be kind to your muscles and flesh by giving them a rest day. A respite from all that kneading and pounding will surely be welcome. Although there really is not recommended number of times that you can go to a massage therapy clinic, it is good to space out the visits to give your flesh a time to breathe and rest. A once or twice a week visit to the clinic is already good for most people. 3. You have a sprain If you sprained yourself in of those softball games or while fixing the roof at home, don't go to the massage therapy clinic for a cure. Go instead to your doctor and have him check your injury. That way, you can be sure that proper medical attention has been given to it. Remember that though people in massage therapy clinics are expert in massages, they are by no means an authority when it comes to sprains and injuries. In fact, they can even exacerbate the situation if they apply too much pressure on the problem area. That is why it is good to ask your doctor first if it is okay to go to a massage therapy clinic before you go. 4. Your last visit resulted to sore muscles Although sometimes a visit to the massage therapy clinic will hurt some of your muscles, sore muscles are entirely different. Sometimes, too strong pounding and too much kneading can hurt the muscles and bones. So be careful with the massage therapy that you avail of. If you are the type of person who easily bruises, opt for the softer or milder ones. If you had sore muscles from your previous visit, then it is safe to say that you need something milder than that. Chiropractor In London Cosmetic Surgeon In London Day Spa In London Dentists In London Health Club In London Health Food Shops In London Weight Loss In London Veterinary In London Service In London

Editors Contribution

  1. health

    The act, fact, feeling, knowing and manifestation of accurate and complete functioning of an animal and persons body, brain, conscience, consciousness, memory, mind, spirit, soul and subconscious structures and systems and the optimum spiritual and social well-being and functioning of an animal and persons spirit, soul, subconscious, conscience and consciousness.

    The health of animals and people is important to our lives as it affects every facet of our lives and choice to live eternally on this beautiful, amazing planet.


    Submitted by MaryC on November 29, 2016  

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  1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'health' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #347

  2. Written Corpus Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'health' in Written Corpus Frequency: #561

  3. Nouns Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'health' in Nouns Frequency: #124

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of health in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of health in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of health in a Sentence

  1. Dannel Malloy:

    Whether it is reinforced glass in schools, placing locks on the inside of classroom doors, selling guns with gun locks, or improving mental health programs, these are recommendations that make sense.

  2. Erika Guevara-Rosas:

    Tragically, for women across Latin America, receiving life-saving medical treatment depends on the good will of a health professional or the depth of her pockets, this outrageous and utterly illegal lottery-style approach to health care is putting thousands of lives at risk.

  3. Nicola Thorp:

    Employers are allowed to impose different dress codes for men and women, which is fair enough as long as that dress code doesn't favour one of the sexes, by making women wear high heels you are acting favourably towards men because their footwear doesn't affect their posture, their ability to move. It doesn't create long term health problems.

  4. Marc Siegel:

    Rapid weight loss -- and especially extreme calorie restrictions accompanied by extreme exercise – [puts] a big strain on your metabolism and are bad for your health, weight loss should be more gradual. It is not surprising that when the extreme goal is removed that the body (and mind) fight back and weight is put back in a hurry.

  5. Arabic Proverb:

    He who has health has hope and he who has hope, has everything.

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