balneologistn.
/balniːˈɒlədʒɪst/ An expert in balneology.
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1872 Lancet 20 Apr. 532/1 At Aix is to be found the most learned of living balneologists, Dr. Lerschet.
1902 Times 22 Jan. 2/4 Applications are invited for the appointment of balneologist under the New Zealand Government in connexion with the Thermal Springs of the Colony.
1921 Times Lit. Suppl. 6 Oct. 646/3 Dr. Herbert..in 1902 was appointed as Government balneologist to advise on the development of the health resorts of New Zealand.
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