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balneology
CIDE DICTIONARY
balneology, n. [L. balneum bath + -logy.].
A treatise on baths; the science of bathing. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
balneology, n. the scientific study of bathing and medicinal springs.
Derivative
balneological adj. balneologist n.
Etymology
L balneum bath + -LOGY
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