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

Mulvaney’s red pedicure popped against the subtle sheen of her hardware-free sandals. —Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025

Special activities, such as going to a concert or getting a pedicure, can be uplifting and cathartic to your energy and vibes. —Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 18 Dec. 2025

Bieber’s matching pedicure, featured on the last slide of her personal Instagram carousel, features a full-cheetah treatment, with tiny spots on every toe. —Glamour, 8 Dec. 2025

What's important to note, Jeffy says, is the same benefits of a fish pedicure can also be achieved through tried-and-true exfoliation techniques. —Charles Trepany, USA Today, 22 Nov. 2025

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