hydropathic

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adjective

hy·​dro·​path·​ic ¦hīdrə¦pathik How to pronounce hydropathic (audio)
-thēk
: of or relating to hydropathy or to an establishment where it is obtainable
advocating and using a hydropathic system for the cure of feversAmerican Guide Series: Vermont
hydropathically
-thə̇k(ə)lē
-thēk-
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adverb

hydropathic

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noun

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plural -s
British
: a water-cure resort or establishment

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

International Scientific Vocabulary hydropathy + -ic

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“Hydropathic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydropathic. Accessed 14 Dec. 2025.

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