Hale

/heɪl/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To pull or drag forcibly.

They had to hale the heavy boat to shore.

To haul or drag.

adjective

In good health; free from disease or infirmity.

Despite his advanced age, he remained hale and hearty.

Strong and healthy.

The hale athlete finished the marathon with ease.

Robust; vigorous.

She was a hale woman who enjoyed hiking and outdoor activities.

Middle English hal, hale, meaning 'whole, sound, healthy'

hale and hearty

In good health, especially at an advanced age.

hale condition

Referring to someone being in good health.

health

The state of being free from illness or injury.

wholesome

Conducive to health or well-being.

Healthy and vigorous.

After that workout, I'm feeling pretty hale!

Lively or full of energy.

He was looking hale at the party last night.