therapy: Meaning and Definition of

ther•a•py

Pronunciation: (ther'u-pē), [key]
— 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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