shiatsu

or shi·at·zu

[ shee-aht-soo ]

noun

, (sometimes initial capital letter)

1. a Japanese massage technique that includes the use of acupressure.

shiatsu

/ ˌʃiːˈætsuː /

noun

1. massage in which pressure is applied to the same points of the body as in acupuncture Also calledacupressure

Word History and Origins

Origin of shiatsu¹

< Japanese < Middle Chinese, equivalent to Chinese chǐ finger + yā pressure

Word History and Origins

Origin of shiatsu¹

Japanese, from Chinese chĭ finger + yā pressure

Example Sentences

Electric and battery-powered shiatsu back massagers mimic this type of movement, using slow, intense motions.

From Popular-Science

From massage pads that cover your chair to models that mimic a deep shiatsu massage, these handy tools pamper and maintain mobility at the same time.

From Popular-Science

If you are at a day spa, a shiatsu massage would involve the masseuse using their fingers, thumb, and palms to target the body’s pressure points.

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Type “foot massager” in a search, and shiatsu foot massagers rise to the top of the list.

From Popular-Science

The RENPHO’s design combines the scraping, kneading, and pressing motions of a shiatsu massage with added heat and air compression.

From Popular-Science

I had taken a shiatsu class my freshman year in college (I guess I did learn something useful at NYU) and put my skills to work.

From The Daily Beast