Definitions

1. noun

A person who practices hydropathy or uses hydrotherapy for medical purposes.

“The doctor was a skilled hydropath who helped patients recover from injuries.”

2. noun

One who practices a system of medical treatment that uses water as a therapeutic agent.

“In the 19th century, many people sought out the services of a hydropath for their ailments.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characterized by the use of water as a therapeutic agent.

“The hydropathic spa offered a variety of treatments, including hot and cold water therapy.”