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Etymology edit

16th century, from Latin thermae, from Ancient Greek θερμά (thermá).

Pronunciation edit

  • IPA(key): /ˈtɛʁmə/
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  • Hyphenation: Ther‧me
  • Homophone: Terme

Noun edit

Therme f (genitive Therme, plural Thermen)

  1. (rare) thermal spring, thermae
    Synonyms: Thermalquelle, heiße Quelle, warme Quelle
  2. spa, day spa (complex with saunas, hot baths, etc.)
  3. Short for Kombitherme (boiler that produces hot water for both kitchen/bathroom use and heating).

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