whirlpool bath

whirlpool bath
1. a bath in which the body is immersed in swirling water as therapy or for relaxation.
2. a device that swirls and often heats the water in such a bath.
3. a tub or pool containing or equipped with such a device. Also called whirlpool.
[1915-20]

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