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Salutary

SAL'UTARY, a. [L. salutaris, from salus, health.] 1. Wholesome; healthful; promoting health. Diet and exercise are salutary to men of sedentary habits. 2. Promotive of public safety; contributing to some benef...

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SAL'UTARY, a. [L. salutaris, from salus, health.]

1. Wholesome; healthful; promoting health. Diet and exercise are salutary to men of sedentary habits.

2. Promotive of public safety; contributing to some beneficial purpose. The strict discipline of youth has a salutary effect on society.

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