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/ˈmænɪˌkjʊr/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A cosmetic treatment for the hands and fingernails, involving cleaning, shaping, and often painting the nails.
She treated herself to a manicure before the big event.
The act of trimming and shaping the nails and caring for the hands.
His weekly manicure keeps his hands looking tidy and well-groomed.
verb
To care for and improve the appearance of one's nails and hands.
She likes to manicure her nails every Sunday evening.
To trim or shape something carefully.
He manicured the shrubs in the garden to give them a neat appearance.
Etymology
From Latin 'manus' meaning 'hand' and 'cura' meaning 'care'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
get a manicure
To have a cosmetic treatment for the nails.
manicure set
A collection of tools used for nail care and grooming.
French manicure
A style of manicure featuring a natural pink or beige base with white tips.
Related Words
pedicure
A cosmetic treatment for the feet and toenails.
nail polish
A cosmetic product used to color or decorate the nails.
cuticle
The thin layer of skin at the base of the nail.
Slang Meanings
Nail job
She went to the salon for a quick nail job.
Nail care session
Let's schedule a nail care session this weekend.