manicurist

noun

man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈma-nə-ˌkyu̇r-ist How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

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The manicurist doing fingernails is in conversation with a man getting his nails trimmed and polished. Clarence Major, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025 The deep crimson became a popular hair color; makeup mavens were sweeping and swiping deep berry pigments across their cheeks, lips, and eyelids; and manicurists everywhere were being asked to incorporate the moody hue into all types of different designs. Annie Blay, Allure, 27 Jan. 2025 But in December 2024, after receiving a $40 manicure, the manicurist offered her only a $10 discount, and Giannini realized enough was enough and decided to speak up. Jordan Greene, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025 Ahead, find the nail whiteners celebrity manicurists and dermatologists recommend for correcting discoloration and giving your nails a fresh, healthy look. Jenny Berg, Allure, 27 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for manicurist 

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of manicurist was in 1889

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“Manicurist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manicurist. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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manicurist

noun
man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈman-ə-ˌkyu̇r-əst How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

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