Dictionary
ther•a•py
Pronunciation: (ther'u-pē), [key]
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n.,
—pl. -pies.
1. the treatment of disease or disorders, as by some remedial, rehabilitating, or curative process:
speech therapy.
2. a curative power or quality.
3. psychotherapy.
4. any act, hobby, task, program, etc., that relieves tension.
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