reflexology
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Definition of reflexology
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: the study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes
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: massage of the hands or feet based on the belief that pressure applied to specific points on these extremities benefits other parts of the body
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Other Words from reflexology
reflexologist
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Examples of reflexology in a Sentence
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Choose from massages and reflexology, facials, manicures and pedicures, and wraps. — Doreen Christensen, sun-sentinel.com, "Relax, dine and save: South Florida spa and restaurant deals run through Sept. 30 | Doreen’s Deals," 1 Aug. 2019 The spa, which draws inspiration from Asian practices, offers facials of all types, massages, reflexology, aromatherapy, wraps and more. — Sarah Kuta, The Know, "Serious self-care: A guide to Colorado’s must-visit spas," 30 July 2019 Integrative Medicine Outpatient Services: Members receive 10% off Lake Health’s Integrative Medicine outpatient services, including massage therapy, Reiki, reflexology, nutrition counseling, wellness coaching and acupuncture services. — Ginger Christ, cleveland.com, "Lake Health enters the insurance market with Medical Mutual," 12 July 2019 Visit the Peace Garden at True Nature Healing Arts in Carbondale for its reflexology path, Zen garden and labyrinth. — Jeanine Barone, The Know, "Ride your bike on these Colorado railroad routes without fear of being run over by a train," 2 July 2019 Add-on services include hot stone foot reflexology, cerebral spinal therapy and temporomandibular joint relief. — Lisa Boone, latimes.com, "Four Hours: Shop, dine, chill, repeat at the Row DTLA," 7 June 2019 For the past hour, Dewa has been pinching me (hard!) between my toes, a reflexology thing, and kneading my flesh to coax the Kundalini energy up from the base of my spine through my chakras. — Alex Postman, Condé Nast Traveler, "Finding the Bali You Came For," 16 Nov. 2018 Services that will be offered are manicures, pedicures, chair massage, facials and reflexology. — Courant Community, "Community News For The Stafford Edition," 8 May 2018 The 90-minute Mindful Massage is designed to be clarifying and deeply relaxing, incorporating a scalp massage with warm rose quartz crystals, breathing and visualization techniques, foot reflexology, and, of course, a full body massage. — Natalie B. Compton, GQ, "Spring Clean Your Winter Bod at These Wellness-Focused Luxe Hotels," 29 Mar. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'reflexology.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for reflexology
reflexology
noun
English Language Learners Definition of reflexology
: a method of relieving pain or curing illness by pressing on particular parts of a person's hands or feet
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reflexology
noun
re·flex·ol·o·gy
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plural reflexologies
Medical Definition of reflexology
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: the study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes
2
: massage of the feet or hands based on the belief that pressure applied to specific points on these extremities benefits other parts of the body