plunge bath (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /plʌndʒ bɑːθ/
Definition
A deep bath filled with cold or icy water, used for therapeutic or recreational purposes, often to stimulate circulation and relieve pain.
Examples
The spa offered plunge baths as a treatment for sore muscles.
He took a plunge bath every morning to increase his energy levels.
The athlete used plunge baths to recover from intense training sessions.
How to Use plunge bath
- take a plunge bath (verb phrase)
- to immerse oneself in a plunge bath — "She took a plunge bath to relieve her muscle soreness."
- plunge bath therapy (noun phrase)
- a form of therapy using plunge baths — "The athlete underwent plunge bath therapy to recover from his injury."
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