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Salutary


SAL'UTARY, adjective [Latin 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.