sauna
Americannoun
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a bath that uses dry heat to induce perspiration, and in which steam is produced by pouring water on heated stones.
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a bathhouse or room, usually of wood, equipped for such a bath.
verb (used without object)
noun
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an invigorating bath originating in Finland in which the bather is subjected to hot steam, usually followed by a cold plunge or by being lightly beaten with birch twigs
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the place in which such a bath is taken
Etymology
Origin of sauna
Borrowed into English from Finnish around 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Before bed I’ll get into the sauna just to relax and do a little sweating.
From Los Angeles Times
When water was added to cool the shale it created a "sauna" effect.
From BBC
"We are sweating full gas. It's like you're coming out from the sauna. So it doesn't matter. I wanted to lay longer in the snow to cool down."
From Barron's
“There is a small chance that my helicopter won’t be able to have a sauna in it just because apparently some kids want dental work or something,” said the woman, as she adjusted her tiara.
From Los Angeles Times
Outside, cantilevered decks and platforms overlook a lap pool, spa, sauna and cabana shrouded in eucalyptus, sycamore, oak and bamboo.
From Los Angeles Times
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