masseuse

noun

mas·​seuse ma-ˈsərz How to pronounce masseuse (audio)
-ˈsəz,
-ˈsüz How to pronounce masseuse (audio)
: a person who practices massage
usually used of a woman
compare masseur

Examples of masseuse in a Sentence

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My masseuse began with a consultation to assess my pain points and specific areas of focus before 60 minutes of pure relaxation ensued. Essence, 14 Oct. 2025 Mohammad Al Bishawi was identified by the masseuse after the DNA match linked the two cases. Richard Ruelas, AZCentral.com, 9 Oct. 2025 How stress impacts horses Ramos’ team also includes Esteban Suarez, who is Pegasus’ personal masseuse. Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025 Two sets of rollers surround muscles to give a powerful, effective squeeze— like the hands of a good sports masseuse. Lisa Jhung, Outside, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for masseuse

Word History

Etymology

French, feminine of masseur

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of masseuse was in 1879

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“Masseuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/masseuse. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

masseuse

noun
mas·​seuse ma-ˈsə(r)z How to pronounce masseuse (audio) mə- How to pronounce masseuse (audio)
-ˈsüz
: a woman who practices massage

Medical Definition

masseuse

noun
mas·​seuse -ˈsə(r)z How to pronounce masseuse (audio) -ˈsüz How to pronounce masseuse (audio)
: a person who practices massage
usually used of a woman
compare masseur

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