whirlpool bath

noun
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.

Origin:
1915–20

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whirlpool bath
 
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a bath having a device for maintaining the water in a swirling motion

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