hyperbaric

adjective

hy·​per·​bar·​ic ˌhī-pər-ˈber-ik 

-ˈba-rik

: of, relating to, or utilizing greater than normal pressure especially of oxygen

a hyperbaric chamber

hyperbaric medicine

hyperbarically

ˌhī-pər-ˈber-i-k(ə-)lē 

-ˈba-ri-

adverb

Examples of hyperbaric in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Among other amenities, the resort will have floor-to-ceiling glass windows, ski-in/ski-out access, cryotherapy, light therapy, and a hyperbaric chamber. —Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 4 Nov. 2024

Given his support for dubious and unproven therapies, such as stem cells and hyperbaric oxygen, an FDA under Kennedy, for instance, could choose to not go after companies that market unapproved treatments. —Emily Mullin, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024

The space is outfitted with luxury, high-tech remedies like hyperbaric oxygen chambers, ice baths and saunas. —James Manso, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024

One such introduction is using hyperbaric chambers as an alternative form of medicine. —Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

hyper- + bar- + -ic entry 1

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

hyperbaric

adjective

hy·​per·​bar·​ic ˌhī-pər-ˈbar-ik 

1

: having a specific gravity greater than that of cerebrospinal fluid

—used of solutions for spinal anesthesia compare hypobaric

2

: of, relating to, or utilizing greater than normal pressure especially of oxygen

a hyperbaric chamber

hyperbaric treatment

hyperbarically

-i-k(ə-)lē 

adverb