steam room

American  

noun

1. a steam-filled and heated room to induce sweating, as in a Turkish bath.

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steam room British  

noun

1. a room that can be filled with steam for use as a steam bath

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Etymology

Origin of steam room

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

Next to Epstein’s main bedroom was a large shower and steam room.

From The Wall Street Journal

Then there was the time, following a 90-minute massage, when I had the spa’s sauna and steam rooms all to myself.

From The Wall Street Journal

Among those amenities are 24/7 security, door attendants, valet parking, and front desk service—as well as fitness facilities, an outdoor pool, a steam room, and extra storage.

From MarketWatch

The hotel continues the theme with a 40-foot indoor “tranquility” pool and steam rooms — a serene, modern and indulgent retreat.

From Salon

They, along with visitors, pay membership fees that provide on-site access and amenities that included a hot tub, sauna, steam room, a pool, a restaurant and more.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• bathroom
• lavatory
• restroom
• sauna
• shower
• toilet