Meaning of the word heals in English

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heals

US /hiːlz/
UK /hiːlz/

Noun

1.

the back part of the human foot below the ankle, or the corresponding part in other vertebrates

Example:
She walked on her heels, making a clicking sound.
My new shoes are rubbing against my heels.
2.

the part of a shoe or boot supporting the heel of the foot

Example:
She broke the heel of her shoe.
High heels can be uncomfortable to wear for long periods.

Verb

to become sound or healthy again

Example:
The wound heals slowly.
Time heals all wounds.