manicurist

noun

man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈma-nə-ˌkyu̇r-ist How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

Examples of manicurist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Requiring a very steady hand and precision application, her fresh, spring-ready look was created by celebrity manicurist Betina Goldstein, who is known for creating mini works of art upon nails. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2024 Meanwhile, manicurist Tom Bachik painted her nails with Essie's V.I.Please. 17 of 25 Emily Blunt Nominee and presenter Emily Blunt complemented her custom plunging Louis Vuitton gown with eye-catching Tiffany & Co. jewelry. Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 25 Feb. 2024 Stylists, models, manicurists, photographers, lawyers, health and life coaches, real estate agents and many other women-identifying professionals are a part of this network. Paula Soria, The Arizona Republic, 18 Feb. 2024 The manicurist bought her ticket at a Waldorf liquor store, which will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2024 Celebrity manicurist and founder of Jinsoon, Jin Soon Choi, oversees countless models’ manicures for New York Fashion Week. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 31 Jan. 2024 The technique originated in Russia, and describes the clean, polished finish known to Russian manicurists. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 30 Oct. 2023 Out-of-this-world nail art has become increasingly popular in recent years, with talented manicurists working with innovative gel technology to create 3-D shapes, add intricate embellishments, and layer on different colors and textures. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2024 Gomez's go-to manicurist Tom Bachik was responsible for her latest set, a soft, plushy neutral pink. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of manicurist was in 1889

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“Manicurist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manicurist. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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manicurist

noun
man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈman-ə-ˌkyu̇r-əst How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

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