sudatory

/sjuːˈdeɪtəri/; also /sjuːˈdeɪtəri/ or /sjuːˈdætɔri/ or /sjuːˈdætɔrɪ/ or /sjuːˈdeɪtɔri/

Definitions

1. noun

A room or building equipped with a hot vapour bath, especially for treating rheumatic or arthritic conditions.

“The hospital had a state-of-the-art sudatory for patients with chronic pain.”

2. adjective

Relating to or used in a sudatory.

“The doctor recommended a sudatory treatment for his patient’s sore muscles.”

Synonyms

  • hot bath
  • therapeutic bath
  • vapour bath

Antonyms

  • cold bath
  • cold shower