Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rehab

noun

/ˈriːhæb/

Definition

Rehab is the process of restoring someone to health or normal life through training and therapy after illness, injury, or addiction.

Examples

After his surgery, he spent several weeks in rehab to regain his strength.
She decided to enter rehab to overcome her struggles with addiction.
The rehabilitation program helped many veterans adjust to civilian life.

Meaning

Rehabilitation, often shortened to rehab, refers to various interventions aimed at helping individuals recover from physical or psychological issues, commonly focusing on drug or alcohol addiction treatment, but can also include physical rehabilitation after an injury.