Swedish massage

noun

: massage involving a system of active and passive exercise of muscles and joints

Examples of Swedish massage in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Services include hot stone therapy, classic Swedish massage, aromatherapy massages, and facials tailored to each guest. — José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026

There, an attendant applied a volcanic clay mask to my face and gave an excellent Swedish massage. — David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2026

By calming the nervous system, research shows that Swedish massage also plays a role in regulating the body’s internal clock – encouraging deeper, more restorative sleep cycles. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025

Swedish massage, aromatherapy, and hand and foot massage have proven benefits. — Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Swedish massage

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