banya

/ˈbænjə/ (BAN-yuh)

Definitions

1. noun

A traditional Russian or Scandinavian hot bath or steam room, often built outdoors, typically heated by a fire or hot stones.

“After a long hike, we visited the banya to warm up and relax.”

Synonyms

  • sauna
  • steam room

Antonyms

  • cold room
  • freezing atmosphere