acupoint
/ (ˈækjʊˌpɔɪnt) /
noun
any of the specific points on the body where a needle is inserted in acupuncture or pressure is applied in acupressure
Nearby words
- acuity,
- aculeate,
- aculeus,
- acumen,
- acuminate,
- acupressure,
- acupuncture,
- acupuncturist,
- acus,
- acusector
Word Origin for acupoint
C19: from acu (puncture) + point
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