manicure — a cosmetic treatment for the hands and fingernails
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a cosmetic treatment for the hands and fingernails
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmænɪkjʊr/
Example Sentences
- My boss came to work with a bright pink manicure and everyone pretended not to notice.
- She decided to learn how to manicure her own nails to save money.
- His girlfriend dragged him to get a manicure, and now he's secretly addicted to it.
manicure
NOUN[/ˈmænɪkjʊr/]
a cosmetic treatment for the hands and fingernails
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin manus (hand) and cura (care), literally meaning 'to care for the hand.' The term became established in English during the late 19th century as modern manicure techniques developed in France and were adopted into broader usage.
Breakdown
manus (hand) + cura (care), combined to form the verb meaning 'to care for or groom the hands and nails.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My boss came to work with a bright pink manicure and everyone pretended not to notice.”
“She decided to learn how to manicure her own nails to save money.”
“His girlfriend dragged him to get a manicure, and now he's secretly addicted to it.”
“The wedding party all got matching manicures in pale pink.”
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