sau·na

[saw-nuh, sou-] noun, verb, sau·naed, sau·na·ing.
noun
1.
a bath that uses dry heat to induce perspiration, and in which steam is produced by pouring water on heated stones.
2.
a bathhouse or room, usually of wood, equipped for such a bath.
verb (used without object)
3.
to take a sauna: to sauna after exercising.

Origin:
1880–85; < Finnish

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sauna (ˈsɔːnə) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  an invigorating bath originating in Finland in which the bather is subjected to hot steam, usually followed by a cold plunge or by being lightly beaten with birch twigs
2.  the place in which such a bath is taken
 
[C20: from Finnish]

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Word Origin & History

sauna
1881, from Finnish sauna.
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Example sentences
Sauna dealer won't be out of hot water any time soon.
Guests also have access to an indoor swimming pool and sauna next door.
The hotel itself has a sauna, spa and indoor heated swimming pool.
Other amenities include access to a private beach, a pier for kayaking and a
  sauna.
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