Acupoint
//ˈæ.kjuˌpɔɪnt// noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A specific point on the body where acupuncture or acupressure is applied.
"An important aspect of the "barefoot doctors" treatment is G-Jo. G-Jo rests on the same philosophy as acupuncture, acupressure, Shiatsu and the other acupoint stimulation therapies."
Example
More examples"An important aspect of the "barefoot doctors" treatment is G-Jo. G-Jo rests on the same philosophy as acupuncture, acupressure, Shiatsu and the other acupoint stimulation therapies."
Etymology
Blend of acupuncture + point. By surface analysis, acu- + point.
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