reflexology

re·flex·ol·o·gy

noun \ˌrē-ˌflek-ˈsä-lə-jē\

Definition of REFLEXOLOGY

1

: the study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes

2

: massage of the hands or feet based on the belief that pressure applied to specific points on these extremities benefits other parts of the body

— re·flex·ol·o·gist \-ˈsä-lə-jist\ noun

Origin of REFLEXOLOGY

International Scientific Vocabulary

First Known Use: 1923

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