recovery

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ɹɪˈkʌvəɹi/]

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Senses

1. recovery (noun) — sense 1

Definition: The act or process of regaining or repossession of something lost.

2. recovery (noun) — sense 2

Definition: The act or process of regaining or repossession of something lost.: A clever verbal solution to an embarrassing verbal mistake.

Example: When I realized I'd called my teacher "Mom" again, I made a quick recovery saying that she loves me so much that she reminds me of my mother.

3. recovery (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A return to normal health.

Example: I hope you make a full recovery.

Structure of the word

Roots:

keh₂p (Proto-Indo-European)

Connections

Roots: keh₂p

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