occupational therapy

noun

: therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life (such as self-care skills, education, work, or social interaction) especially to enable or encourage participation in such activities despite impairments or limitations in physical or mental functioning

occupational therapist noun

Examples of occupational therapy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After leaving the hospital, Odum’s son needed physical and occupational therapy and constant medical attention, the suit states. —Bella Waters, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2025

Norristown offered early occupational therapy, and patients engaged in making wicker baskets, leather goods, and rugs. —Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025

The company provides skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and additional services from more than 330 branch offices. —Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 14 May 2025

Stanley also has worked in occupational therapy and as a math teacher. —Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 13 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for occupational therapy

• brachytherapy
• chemotherapy
• cryotherapy
• hydrotherapy
• hypnotherapy
• monotherapy
• phototherapy
• psychotherapy
• sclerotherapy
• immunotherapy
• pharmacotherapy
• physiotherapy

Medical Definition

occupational therapy

noun

: therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life (as self-care skills, education, work, or social interaction) especially to enable or encourage participation in such activities despite impairments or limitations in physical or mental functioning