English Explanatory Dictionary

sweat lodge

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A structure in which people expose themselves to high-temperature air, often combined with steam or aromatic substances, as in a steam bath or sauna.
  2. A ceremony or ritual using such a structure, generally for purposes of purification.

Word forms

sweat lodge sweat lodges

Etymology

From sweat + lodge.

Related words

sauna steam bath Turkish bath temescal temazcal
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