pedicure

noun

ped·​i·​cure ˈpe-di-ˌkyu̇r How to pronounce pedicure (audio)
1
: a person who provides care for the feet, toes, and nails
2
a
: care of the feet, toes, and nails
b
: a single treatment of these parts
pedicurist noun

Examples of pedicure in a Sentence

She's getting a pedicure tomorrow.
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Word History

Etymology

French pédicure, from Latin ped-, pes foot + curare to take care, from cura care

First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of pedicure was in 1784

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Cite this Entry

“Pedicure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pedicure. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

pedicure

noun
ped·​i·​cure ˈped-i-ˌkyu̇(ə)r How to pronounce pedicure (audio)
: care of the feet, toes, and toenails
also : a single treatment of these parts

Medical Definition

pedicure

noun
ped·​i·​cure ˈped-i-ˌkyu̇(ə)r How to pronounce pedicure (audio)
1
: a person who provides care for the feet, toes, and nails
2
a
: care of the feet, toes, and nails
b
: a single treatment of the feet, toes, or nails
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