steam bath
noun
a bath of steam, usually in a specially equipped room or enclosure, for cleansing or refreshing oneself.
a special room or enclosure, or an establishment containing it, for such a bath.
a bath of steam used in laboratories for sterilizing equipment, utensils, etc.
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Origin of steam bath
First recorded in 1820–30
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Examples from the Web for steam bath
Historical Examples of steam bath
The steam-bath is used as a remedy in all kinds of disorders.
In the station itself it is light and as hot as a steam-bath.
The Schoolmistress and Other StoriesAnton Chekhov
For a moment that transition from personal warmth to diplomatic coolness is as the Russian plunge from steam-bath to snow-heap.
In town and country it is held to be a religious duty to take a steam-bath once a week.
Russian Life To-dayRight Rev. Herbert Bury
In case of extreme fatigue, a steam-bath or a hot-water bath immediately followed by a cold bath will be found very effective.
A Guide to HealthMahatma Gandhi
steam bath
noun
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