plural manis
informal
: manicure
Paint one finger on each hand a slightly different hue. "Do low-key glitter or another shade from the same color family as the rest of your mani," says New York City celebrity nail tech Elle.Health
see also mani-pedi

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The Life of a Showgirl nail inspiration Ready to channel Taylor’s new era at your next mani appointment? Abby Dupes, Allure, 26 Sep. 2025 Needless to say, her ultra-minimalist Emmys mani is a departure. Grace McCarty, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2025 Screenshot, and save these looks to bring to your next mani appointment – or get yourself a set of press-ons from Brittney’s brand, Lost Angels. Brooke Devard Ozaydinli, Refinery29, 10 Sep. 2025 Add a sexy mani for a complete look with the Cherry Coded Collection from Lights Lacquer. Sarah Boyd, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mani

Word History

Etymology

short for manicure entry 1

First Known Use

1990, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mani was in 1990

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“Mani.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mani. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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