Meaning of the word shiatsu in English

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shiatsu

US /ʃiˈɑːt.su/
UK /ʃiˈæt.su/
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Noun

a form of therapy of Japanese origin based on the same principles as acupuncture, in which pressure is applied to points on the body to relieve tension and pain.

Example:
She felt much better after a shiatsu massage.
Many people find shiatsu effective for stress relief.