/saw"neuh, sow"-/ , n. , v. , saunaed, saunaing .
n.
1. a bath that uses dry heat to induce perspiration, and in which steam is produced by pouring water on heated stones.
2. a bathhouse or room, usually of wood, equipped for such a bath.
v.i.
3. to take a sauna: to sauna after exercising.
[ 1880-85; ]