What is the meaning of wholesome?

adjective

  • Conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being.
    • usage: "wholesome attitude"; "wholesome appearance"; "wholesome food"
  • Sound or exhibiting soundness in body or mind.
    • usage: "exercise develops wholesome appetites"; "a grin on his ugly wholesome face"
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