Main Entry: aro·ma·ther·a·py

Pronunciation: \ə-ˌrō-mə-ˈther-ə-pē\

Function: noun

Etymology: French aromathérapie, from Latin aroma + French thérapie therapy

Date: 1949

: massage of the body and especially of the face with a preparation of fragrant essential oils extracted from herbs, flowers, and fruits; broadly : the use of aroma to enhance a feeling of well-being

— aro·ma·ther·a·peu·tic \-ˌther-ə-ˈpyü-tik\ adjective

— aro·ma·ther·a·pist \-ˈther-ə-pist\ noun