spa

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spa

noun \ˈspä, ˈsp\

Definition of SPA

1
a : a mineral spring b : a resort with mineral springs
2
: a fashionable resort or hotel
3
New England : soda fountain
4
: a commercial establishment (as a resort) providing facilities devoted especially to health, fitness, weight loss, beauty, and relaxation
5
: a hot tub with a whirlpool device

Examples of SPA

  1. Their property includes a swimming pool and spa.
  2. <a six-month membership in a health spa with the specific purpose of losing weight>

Origin of SPA

Spa, watering place in Belgium
First Known Use: 1610

Rhymes with SPA

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