"geopathic" meaning in English

See geopathic in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Adjective

Forms: more geopathic [comparative], most geopathic [superlative]
Etymology: From geo- + -pathic. Etymology templates: {{confix|en|geo|pathic}} geo- + -pathic Head templates: {{en-adj}} geopathic (comparative more geopathic, superlative most geopathic)
  1. Relating to the theory that natural irregularities in the earth's magnetic field can be intensified by power lines, underground pipelines, and other natural and man-made features such that a stress field harmful to human health and well-being is created. Categories (topical): Pseudoscience

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