What is another word for plunge baths?

Pronunciation: [plˈʌnd͡ʒ bˈaθs] (IPA)

Plunge baths are commonly known as cold baths that are often used for therapeutic purposes, especially after a workout or a hot sauna. However, there are several synonyms for plunge baths, including cold baths, ice baths, and cryotherapy. Cold baths involve immersing oneself in cold water, typically at a temperature of 55°F or lower. Ice baths are like cold baths, but they include ice. Cryotherapy is a type of treatment that involves the exposure of the whole body, or specific body parts, to extremely low temperatures (below -100°F) for a few minutes. Regardless of the synonyms, all of these terms are used to refer to the same basic concept.

What are the hypernyms for Plunge baths?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    bathing, hydrotherapy, aquatic therapy, spa treatments, hydro massage, water treatments.

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