First Known Use: 1610
Dictionary
spa
noun \ˈspä, ˈspȯ\
: a place where water that has many minerals in it comes up naturally from the ground and where people go to improve their health by swimming in, bathing in, or drinking the water
: a place where people go to improve their health and appearance by exercising, relaxing, etc.
: a bathtub in which a pump causes hot water and air bubbles to move around your body
Full Definition of SPA
1
a : a mineral spring b : a resort with mineral springs
2
: a fashionable resort or hotel
3
New England : soda fountain
4
: a commercial establishment providing facilities devoted especially to health, fitness, weight loss, beauty, and relaxation
5
: a hot tub with a whirlpool device
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Origin of SPA
Spa, watering place in Belgium
Related to SPA
- Synonyms
- gymnasium, health club, health spa, gym
Spa
geographical name \ˈspä\
Definition of SPA
town E Belgium SE of Liège pop 10,394
Medical Dictionary
spa
noun \ˈspä, ˈspȯ\
Medical Definition of SPA
1
a : a mineral spring b : a resort with mineral springs
2
: a commercial establishment with facilities for exercising and bathing; especially : health spa
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