sanitoria
/ˌsænɪˈtɔriə/
noun
- Plural of sanitorium; institutions for the treatment of chronic illnesses, especially tuberculosis or mental health conditions.
- Many sanitoria have been converted into luxury hotels or wellness retreats.
- Historically, sanitoria provided fresh air and rest for those with lung diseases.
- The old sanitoria in the mountains were once used to treat tuberculosis patients.