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aromatherapy

uh-roh-muh-THEH-ruh-pee

Aromatherapy (noun) means the use of scented plant oils, believed to improve mood or wellbeing, typically through massage or inhalation. Example: “She booked an aromatherapy session to help her relax before the exam.”

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The use of scented plant oils, believed to improve mood or wellbeing, typically through massage or inhalation.
"She booked an aromatherapy session to help her relax before the exam."

How to use aromatherapy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsing pleasant scents, like essential oils, as a relaxation or wellness treatment.

Common pairings
aromatherapy oils aromatherapy massage aromatherapy candle

Word forms

aromatherapies plural

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Etymology

A modern blend of "aroma" and "therapy".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “aromatherapy” mean?

The word “aromatherapy” means the use of scented plant oils, believed to improve mood or wellbeing, typically through massage or inhalation. In plain terms, using pleasant scents, like essential oils, as a relaxation or wellness treatment.

How do you pronounce “aromatherapy”?

“Aromatherapy” is pronounced uh-roh-muh-THEH-ruh-pee (/əˌrəʊməˈθɛrəpi/ in IPA).

How do you use “aromatherapy” in a sentence?

Here is “aromatherapy” used in a sentence: “She booked an aromatherapy session to help her relax before the exam.”

What part of speech is “aromatherapy”?

“Aromatherapy” is a noun.

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