pedicure

noun

ped·​i·​cure ˈpe-di-ˌkyu̇r 

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

ˈpe-di-ˌkyu̇r-ist 

noun

Examples of pedicure in a Sentence

She's getting a pedicure tomorrow.

Recent Examples on the Web

Treatments include unwinding massages, facials, manicures and pedicures. —Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 24 Apr. 2026

Larissa’s attempt at a pedicure goes no better. —David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026

At the New England Wildlife Center in Massachusetts, owls and falcons get pedicure services. —Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 1 Apr. 2026

This wellness retreat offers a comprehensive range of therapeutic treatments, including the Key Escape package, which blends a bespoke massage with a revitalizing facial and finishes with a manicure and pedicure. —Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026

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

Phrases Containing pedicure

• French pedicure

Kids Definition

pedicure

noun

ped·​i·​cure ˈped-i-ˌkyu̇(ə)r 

: 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 

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