naturopathy

na·tur·op·a·thy  (nch-rp-th)

n. pl. na·tur·op·a·thies

A system of therapy that relies on natural remedies, such as sunlight supplemented with diet and massage, to treat illness.

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[natur(e) + -pathy.]

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natur·o·path (nchr--pth, n-chr-) n.

natur·o·pathic (nchr--pthk, n-chr-) adj.

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naturopathism, naturopathy

a method of treating disease using food, exercise, heat, etc. to assist the natural healing process. — naturopath, n. — naturopathic, adj.

See also: Remedies

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Noun

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naturopathy - a method of treating disease using food and exercise and heat to assist the natural healing process treatment, intervention - care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)