1
: a Finnish steam bath in which the steam is provided by water thrown on hot stones
also
: a bathhouse or room used for such a bath
2
: a dry heat bath
also
: a room or cabinet used for such a bath
Examples of sauna in a Sentence
The health club has a pool and a sauna.
He talked about the benefits of taking a sauna regularly.
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The spa The serene, partially subterranean spa has seven treatment rooms, hammams, saunas, and a spacious relaxation area.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Another memorable spa experience is the Finnish sauna, which has particular appeal during the long, cold winters.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
Other highlights include a pool bath, a bar, and, on the lower level, a recreation room, an exercise room, wine storage, laundry facilities, and a full bath with a sauna.
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Oversize windows throughout the two-bedroom have water views, and the primary bath has a sunken tub and sauna.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Another memorable spa experience is the Finnish sauna, which has particular appeal during the long, cold winters.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
Other highlights include a pool bath, a bar, and, on the lower level, a recreation room, an exercise room, wine storage, laundry facilities, and a full bath with a sauna.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
Oversize windows throughout the two-bedroom have water views, and the primary bath has a sunken tub and sauna.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 23 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for sauna
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“Sauna.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sauna. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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