Acupoint

//ˈæ.kjuˌpɔɪnt// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 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."

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"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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