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spa

1 American  
[spah] / spɑ /

noun

  1. a mineral spring, or a locality in which such springs exist.

  2. a luxurious resort or resort hotel.

  3. health spa.

  4. a hot tub or similar warm-water hydromassage facility, usually for more than one person.

  5. New England. soda fountain.

Spa 2 American  
[spah] / spɑ /

noun

  1. a resort town in E Belgium, SE of Liège: famous mineral springs.

SpA 1 British  

abbreviation

  1. Società per Azioni

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SPA 2 British  

abbreviation

  1. Special Protection Area: an area designated by the European Union in order to protect endangered species, esp of birds

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Spa 3 British  
/ spɑː /

noun

  1. a town in E Belgium, in Liège province: a resort with medicinal mineral springs (discovered in the 14th century). Pop: 10 491 (2004 est)

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spa 4 British  
/ spɑː /

noun

  1. a mineral spring or a place or resort where such a spring is found

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Etymology

Origin of spa

First recorded in 1555–65; generalized use of Spa

Example Sentences

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Out back, there’s a saltwater pool, spa, basketball court, bocce court, putting green, and driving range.

From MarketWatch

The spa offers everything from traditional services such as massages and facials to biohacking, IV drips and energy work.

From Los Angeles Times

Spread across its four floors are a tasting kitchen, “longevity” spa, private screening room and rooftop terrace, among other amenities.

From The Wall Street Journal

Then I go take a shower with jazz or spa music playing.

From Los Angeles Times

There are drink packages, specialty dining packages, spa specials, pickleball lessons and other activities.

From The Wall Street Journal

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