naturopathy
English
Etymology
From nature + -o- + -pathy.
Noun
naturopathy (countable and uncountable, plural naturopathies)
- (alternative medicine) A system of therapy that avoids synthetic drugs and surgery, while emphasizing the use of natural remedies (plants and the elements) and physical means (massage, acupuncture) to treat illness.
Derived terms
- naturopath
- naturopathic
- naturopathically
- naturopathist
Translations
system of therapy
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See also
- homeopathy