jacuzzi
UK[dʒəˈkuːzi]US[dʒəˈkuːzi]
n
A large bath or pool with underwater jets of water that massage the body.
Etymology
The word 'jacuzzi' is a classic example of a proprietary eponym, where a brand name becomes the generic term for a product. It originates from the surname of the Italian-American Jacuzzi family, who founded a manufacturing company. In the 1950s, Candido Jacuzzi invented a hydrotherapy pump to help his son's arthritis, leading to the development of the first self-contained, integrated whirlpool bath. The brand name 'Jacuzzi' was so successful that it entered common English usage to refer to any similar bath or hot tub with massaging water jets, regardless of the manufacturer.
Analysis
This is a proprietary eponym derived from the surname 'Jacuzzi'.
Examples
After a long hike, they relaxed their sore muscles in the hotel's outdoor jacuzzi.
The master bathroom suite features a double vanity, a walk-in shower, and a corner jacuzzi.
The real estate listing highlighted the renovated deck with a new hot tub and a built-in jacuzzi.