Toenail

ˈtō-ˌnā(ə)l

Meaning & Definition

noun

The hard protective covering on the top of the toe.

She painted her toenails bright red for the summer.

A corresponding part to the fingernail at the end of the toes.

He stubbed his toe and hurt his toenail, causing it to bruise.

A nail that is found on a toe, specifically.

She needed to trim her toenails regularly to keep her feet healthy.

The condition of a toenail, often referred to in health contexts.

The podiatrist examined her for signs of fungal infection on her toenail.

The word toenail is a compound of 'toe' and 'nail', indicating its location on a toe.

painted toenails

The practice of applying polish to toenails.

toenail fungus

A fungal infection affecting the toenails.

clip one's toenails

To trim the toenails.

fingernail

The hard protective covering on the tips of fingers.

pedicure

A cosmetic treatment for the feet and toenails.

manicure

The cosmetic treatment for the hands and fingernails.

Toe talon

I need to trim my toe talons before summer.

Foot claw

Those foot claws need a little TLC.