The crossword solution for the term 'TURKISH BATHS' is SPAS, which stands for 'sanus per aquam, ' meaning 'health through water.' TURKISH BATHS are a type of steam bath that originated in the Ottoman Empire and are still popular today. They involve sitting in a hot, humid room and then cooling off in a cold pool or shower. The heat helps to relax the body and improve circulation, while the cold helps to invigorate and refresh.