aromatherapy

English

Etymology

From aroma +‎ therapy.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /əˌrəʊməˈθɛrəpi/
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Noun

aromatherapy (countable and uncountable, plural aromatherapies)

  1. (alternative medicine) The use of selected fragrances in lotions and inhalants in an effort to affect mood and promote health.

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