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aromatherapy

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a·ro·ma·ther·a·py  (-rm-thr-p)
n. pl. a·ro·ma·ther·a·pies
The use of selected fragrant substances in lotions and inhalants in an effort to affect mood and promote health.

aromatherapy
Noun
the use of fragrant essential oils as a treatment in alternative medicine, often to relieve tension
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Noun1.aromatherapy - the therapeutic use of aromatic plant extracts and essential oils in baths or massage
therapy - (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.); "the quarterback is undergoing treatment for a knee injury"; "he tried every treatment the doctors suggested"; "heat therapy gave the best relief"
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Spanish aromatherapy [ərəuməˈθɛrəpɪ] naromaterapia
French aromatherapy [ərəuməˈθɛrəpɪ] aroma naromathérapie f
German aromatherapy [ərəuməˈθɛrəpɪ] aroma nAromatherapie f
Italian aromatherapy [ərəuməˈθɛrəpɪ] naromaterapia

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