Definitions

1. adjective

in good physical or mental health; healthy

“After a few months of rest, John was hale and fit again.”

2. adverb

strongly; vigorously

“He played the piano with a hale and hearty rhythm.”

3. noun

a health or well-being; a state of good health

“After years of poor diet and lack of exercise, she regained her hale.”

4. verb

to make someone or something healthy or strong

“The doctor’s medicine helped to hale the patient back to health.”