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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This includes personal services (including hairstylists, manicurists, or masseuses), folks who help around the home (including cleaners, door attendants, or yard workers) and anyone who helps with your dependents (babysitters, dog walkers, and home health care aids). Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 Find it on Amazon Get a Deep Tissue Massage Without Spa Prices Give them their own masseuse with this deep tissue massager. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024 While a masseuse is ideal, the Theragun Pro Plus, $599, is the next best option. Melissa Locker, TIME, 26 Nov. 2024 But there’s this sensuous masseuse (Kiersey Clemons) at the spa where Lucy’s a receptionist. Jocelyn Noveck, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2024 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 22 Dec. 2024.

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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