sound bath

American

[sound bath] / ˈsaʊnd ˌbæθ /

noun

an instance of sustained listening to the pleasant sounds emanating from a collection of singing bowls, bells, chimes, etc., used to aid in relaxation or meditation and believed to help restore physical and mental wellness.

Etymology

Origin of sound bath

First recorded in 2005–10, for the current sense

Example Sentences

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The sound bath scene, which was once seen as obscure, has since blossomed.

From Los Angeles Times

Nowadays, you can find all kinds of sound bath experiences throughout the city, including one in the Santa Monica Mountains to another at the Peace Awareness Labyrinth & Gardens in Jefferson Park.

From Los Angeles Times

Kas Wellness may be rooted in ASMR, but the overall effect feels more robust: part high-end massage studio, part spa, part sound bath destination and part meditation center.

From Los Angeles Times

Its most popular event — a full moon hike capped with yoga, a sound bath and stargazing — happens every month, timed to the moonrise, and often it draws dozens of newcomers.

From Los Angeles Times

For the next hour, they were led through 30 minutes of yoga followed by a 30-minute sound bath as the moon slowly rose above the horizon.

From Los Angeles Times

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