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naprapathy

na·prap·a·thy
N n

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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [nuh-prap-uh-thee]
    • /nəˈpræp ə θi/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [nuh-prap-uh-thee]
    • /nəˈpræp ə θi/

Definitions of naprapathy word

  • noun naprapathy a system or method of treating disease that employs no medications but uses manipulation of muscles, joints, ligaments, etc., to stimulate the natural healing process. 1
  • noun naprapathy A branch of alternative medicine, a manipulative therapy that focuses on the evaluation and treatment of neuromusculoskeletal conditions. 1
  • noun naprapathy a drugless method of treating neuro-musculoskeletal conditions by manipulating the muscles, tendons, and ligaments 0

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Origin of naprapathy

First appearance:

before 1915
One of the 14% newest English words
1915-20; < Czech nápra(va) correction + -pathy

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Parts of speech for Naprapathy

noun
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naprapathy popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

naprapathy usage trend in Literature

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