balneology

 
Pronunciation: /ˌbalnɪˈɒlədʒi/

noun

[mass noun]
  • the study of medicinal springs and the therapeutic effects of bathing in them.
  • another term for balneotherapy

Derivatives

balneological

Pronunciation: /-nɪəˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)l/
adjective

balneologist

noun

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin balneum 'bath' + -logy