adj.
Pronunciation: ' h ā ə l
Function: adjective
Etymology: partly from Middle English (northern) hale, from Old English h ā l; partly from Middle English hail, from Old Norse heill ― more at WHOLE
Date: before 12th century
: free from defect, disease, or infirmity : SOUND also : retaining exceptional health and vigor <a hale and hearty old man>
synonyms see HEALTHY