recovery

US /rɪˈkʌvəri/

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UK /rɪˈkʌvəri/

A2
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noun

  • Process of returning to a former (good) state
  • Act of getting back something that was lost
  • An improvement in the economy after a period of decline.
  • The process of overcoming a dependency or addiction.
  • The process of becoming healthy again after an illness or injury.
  • The act of finding or getting something back that was lost or stolen.

other

  • The process of returning to a normal state of health.
  • The action or process of getting something back.
  • The process of allowing muscles to repair and rebuild after exercise.
  • The process of restoring lost or damaged data.
  • The process of returning to a normal or prosperous condition after a period of difficulty.
  • The process of overcoming a dependence on alcohol or drugs.
  • The process of returning to a normal state of health.
  • The act of finding or regaining possession of something lost or stolen.
  • The process of extracting useful materials from waste.
  • The act of getting something back that was lost or stolen.

Examples

He's in recovery from the disease.

The economy is showing the first signs of recovery.