health-promoting
|health/pro/mot/ing|
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/hɛlθ prəˈmoʊtɪŋ/
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/hɛlθ prəˈməʊtɪŋ/
enhancing health
Etymology
Etymology Information
'health-promoting' originates from the combination of 'health' and 'promote,' where 'health' refers to the state of being free from illness or injury, and 'promote' means to support or actively encourage.
Historical Evolution
'health-promoting' evolved from the combination of the words 'health' and 'promote' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to support or encourage health,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
contributing to or enhancing good health.
Eating a balanced diet is health-promoting.
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Last updated: 2025/02/27 10:12