Genezen
Example: De dokter kan de patiënt snel genezen met de juiste behandeling.
Definition
"Genezen" means to recover health or become well again after an illness or injury. It refers to the process by which a doctor or treatment restores a patient's body or mind to a healthy state, as in the phrase: 'The doctor can quickly genezen the patient with the right treatment.'
Etymology
The word "genezen" comes from the Middle Dutch word 'genesen,' related to Old High German 'gisan' meaning 'to heal.' It shares roots with the English word 'heal.' Did you know? The word has been used in Dutch medical contexts for centuries, emphasizing the restoration of health.
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"Genezen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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