rehab

noun

re·​hab ˈrē-ˌhab 

often attributive

1

: the action or process of rehabilitating : rehabilitation

especially : a program for rehabilitating especially drug or alcohol abusers

2

: a rehabilitated building or dwelling

rehab verb

rehabber

ˈrē-ˌha-bər 

noun

Synonyms of rehab

• rehabilitation
• recovery

Examples of rehab in a Sentence

The rehab for his leg injury is going well.

the accident victim had to undergo months of rehab before she could walk again

Recent Examples on the Web

On Saturday, Kikuchi faced hitters for the second time in his rehab from a shoulder problem. — Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 26 July 2026

When Holmes and interim manager Andy Green spoke on Tuesday, the pitcher assessed the previous night’s rehab start for Triple-A Syracuse. — Tim Britton, New York Times, 25 July 2026

With Fraley still sidelined after a setback during rehab from hernia surgery, Mesa may continue to get opportunity pending any trade acquisitions. — Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2026

Injury updates Right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back spasms) has progressed to the live batting practice phase of his rehab progression, Roberts said. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

short for rehabilitation or rehabilitate

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

rehab

noun

re·​hab ˈrē-ˌhab 

often attributive

: rehabilitation

especially : a program for rehabilitating especially drug or alcohol abusers